J U L I E C O C H R A N E
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Belle Rive, Illinois 62810
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Patient-focused and responsive with sound judgment and advanced clinical expertise. Offers history of skillfully evaluating nursing processes and healthcare systems to identify and address weaknesses impacting patient care. Proficient in admissions assessments, ongoing treatment and discharge planning. SKILLS
Research support Diagnostic assessment
Phlebotomy Room cleaning
Care planning Vital signs documentation
Patient relations Quality assurance
Develop treatment plans Implement standards
Infection control Evaluate nursing practices
Manage patient care Plan patient discharges
Motivation Verbal communication
Collaboration [EKG-AED- operation
Prioritization Creative thinking
EXPERIENCE
Clinical Nurse, wexford health sources, Oct 2001 Current, Ina, Illinois Developed and maintained clinical quality assurance standards to protect patients and improve care.
Helped physicians coordinate diagnostic assessments and treatments for conditions such as Hypertension and Diabetes.
Stayed up to date with health system initiatives to incorporate evidence-based training and research into clinical practice.
Readied patients for examination and treatment, collected samples, and documented vital signs.
Prepared, cleaned, and maintained examination and treatment rooms for optimal unit efficiency.
Completed phlebotomy work and administered injections for treatment and immunization needs.
Supervised the implementation of new and improved regulatory and accreditation processes.
Offered skilled advice and support to processes related to patient discharges, routine JC
Dec 2010
care and clinical procedures.
Taught junior nurses how to assess patients, build treatment plans and monitor protect the patients from problems such as hospital-acquired infections. Worked closely with team of healthcare professional and service providers to deliver best possible care to each patient.
Completed in-depth evaluations of the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices and organizational systems.
Supervised and directed nursing care staff in effective provision of patient therapies. Operated within evidence-based practice guidelines, consistently maintaining department policies and meeting patient care standards. Consulted with team members on areas such as patient discharge, patient care, and clinical procedures.
EDUCATION
associate degree in nursing (RN), nursing
rend lake college ina, Illinois