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Chelsey Swartzlander

Columbia

Summary

Professional with strong foundation in patient care and clinical expertise. Skilled at working in diverse healthcare settings, ensuring quality care and patient safety. Focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs with reliability. Proficient in critical thinking, patient assessment, and communication skills, driving positive patient outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Medical Solutions Staff Agency
05.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records, improving efficiency and accuracy in patient data management.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Conducted assessments and developed care plans tailored to individual patient needs and conditions.
  • Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Resource

Logan Health
06.2022 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
  • Conducted thorough assessments and documented patient histories, ensuring accurate medical records.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Registered Nurse

Montana Veterans Home
02.2023 - 05.2025
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Salem Township Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2022
  • Administered emergency care and triage to high-acuity patients in fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records, improving accuracy and efficiency.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify urgent medical needs and prioritize interventions.
  • Trained staff on advanced life support techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Education

Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05-2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL
12-2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
05-2011

Skills

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Compassionate care
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Intravenous therapy

Certification

ACLS

BLS

NIHHS

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Medical Solutions Staff Agency
05.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Montana Veterans Home
02.2023 - 05.2025

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Resource

Logan Health
06.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Salem Township Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2022

Nursing

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kaskaskia College

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Eastern Illinois University

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