Monica McCauley
Cedar Lake
Summary
Patient-centered and team-oriented Registered Nurse looking to utilize my 15+ years of experience with critical care and surgical services, provide a positive patient experience, and continue professional development
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Same Day Surgery and PACU Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Crown Point
Crown Point
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted pre-op assessments to identify potential risks and ensure patient safety prior to surgery
- Administered medications and maintained airway to manage progression off anesthesia medications, minimize side effects, and promote recovery
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Instructed patients and families on post-operative care to facilitate recovery and prevent complications
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Dyer
Dyer
05.2009 - 12.2025
- Rapid assessment and triage of patients in a fast-paced environment
- Use critical thinking skills to effectively plan and treat a variety of patient conditions including cardiac, respiratory, neurologic disorders, sepsis, and trauma
- Perform multiple skills including IV placement, NG/OG tube insertion, urinary catheter insertion, wound care, and orthopedic splinting
- Administer oral/IM/IV medications to treat patients and control symptoms; Monitor progress and assess for side effects and allergic reactions
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to coordinate patient care and ensure accurate treatment plans
- Maintain detailed patient records on Epic charting system; Acted as 'Super-User' upon implementation of the program at the hospital
- Led patient care teams as permanent charge nurse (2015-2019) to streamline workflow and enhance overall patient experience
- Cater to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients from diverse populations
Endoscopy Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Crown Point
Crown Point
05.2019 - 09.2023
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients throughout pre-op, intra-op, and post-op phases
- Documented patient information meticulously in Epic charting system to ensure accurate and timely care
- Collaborated with GI physicians and anesthesia providers to ensure high-quality care for outpatients and inpatients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, INSkills
- Post-operative care
- patient assessment
- patient triage
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- EPIC charting
- time management
- effective communication
- Family and patient support
Certification
- Registered Nurse License, Indiana, 28185821A
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC
Timeline
Same Day Surgery and PACU Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Crown Point
01.2026 - Current
Endoscopy Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Crown Point
05.2019 - 09.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Franciscan Health Dyer
05.2009 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Purdue University Calumet