Jeralynne R.

Cecilio
2850 Northampton Drive, Unit D1, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Home: (847) 368-1311 Cell: (847) 877-2147
E-mail: jcafe0f8@westpost.net

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a position as an Adult Nurse Practitioner

CLINICAL TRAINING EXPERIENCE

Associates in Primary Care, Evergreen Park, IL (Jun a" Nov 2009)
a Provided primary care to new and established patients presenting with acute an
d chronic conditions under the guidance of a physisican.
a Developed and adjusted medication regimen in order to provide maximum care wit
h minimal pill and economic burden to patient if possible.
a Collaborated with patients in developing individualized lifestyle plans of car
e for patients with diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity, COPD, and oth
er medical conditions.
a Provided extensive patients on disease processes, prevention of complications,
and medications to improve compliance and participation in their care.
Rush University Diabetes Center, Chicago, IL (Mar - Jun 2009)
a Evaluated and treated diabetic patients in the outpatient and inpatient settin
g by changing, adding, or adjusting medications as needed under the guidance of
Christina Munoz, MSN, FNP.
a Screened patients for diabetic complications. Collaborated with various provid
ers to ensure cohesive and individualized plans of care.
a Provided extensive education to newly diagnosed patients on disease processes,
prevention of diabetic complications, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treat
ments.
Chicago Family Health Center, Chicago, IL (Jan - Mar 2009)
a Provided primary care to members of the community and the communityas homeless
population under the guidance of a Nurse Practitioner.
a Collaborated with social workers and mental health counselors to help patients
improve social situation and increase coping skills if needed.

EMPLOYMENT
Clinical Nurse 2, Orthopedic Surgical Unit
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL (2005 a" Present)
a Perform regular patient assessments and monitoring to pre- and post-operative
patients in the orthopedic unit as well as to medical-surgical patients at this
large medical center.
a Identify and help manage acute exacerbations of other co-morbidities of post-o
perative patients, such as asthma, sickle cell crisis, congestive heart failure,
COPD, and diabetes.
a Act as charge nurse for the unit by managing, identifying, and managing admini
strative issues as well allocating staff assignments.
a Serve as a preceptor to new hires and students.
a Facilitate quality change projects and processes on the unit.
Medical Technologist
Biosafe Laboratories, Inc., Chicago, IL (2002 a" 2005)
a Performed screening tests on patient blood samples, such as Prostate Specific
Antigen, TSH levels, cholesterol panels, and Hemoglobin A1C.
a Calibrated, maintained, and performed troubleshooting procedures on instrument
s and analyzers.
a Trained new employees.
Product Testing Specialist
Lifesource Blood Services, Glenview, IL (1999 a" 2002)
a Performed tests on blood donor samples using manual and automated methods.
a Reviewed and verified test results and procedures ensuring compliance with FDA
standards.
Medical Technologist (Generalist)
Holy Family Medical center, Des Plaines, IL (2001 a" 2003)
a Performed diagnostic and screening tests in all areas of the laboratory using
various analyzers, as well as manual methods.
a Assessed accuracy and validity of test results and identified probable causes
for irregular and abnormal findings.
Senior Technologist
Baxter Healthcare, Round Lake, IL (1997 a" 1999)
a Reviewed and verified test results and critical testing parameters to ensure F
DA compliance.

EDUCATION
Masters of Science in Nursing: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Nov 2009
Rush University, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, June 2005
Rush University, Chicago, IL
a Recipient of Nursing Service Scholarship
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, June 1998
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, IL
a Recipient of Deanas Award for Outstanding Scholarship in Medical Technology.
Associate of Applied Science in Medical Technology, May 1995
College of Lake County, Grayslake, IL

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
ANCC Board Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner
Illinois Licensed Advance Practice Nurse
Illinois Licensed Registered Nurse
BLS Certified