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Mary Knox
APN, Division of Urology
Brief
Biography
Mary Knox is an Advanced Practice Nurse in the Division of Urology at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. She received her Master of Science in Nursing degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago in May 2009. She is board-certified by the American Nurse Credentialing Center as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Ms. Knox practices in collaboration with Dr. Tobias Kohler, specializing in the treatment of male infertility, erectile and sexual dysfunction. Her research and clinical interests include female sexual dysfunction, male sexual dysfunction, and fertility preservation prior to cancer treatment.
Prior to joining Southern Illinois University, Ms. Knox earned a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. She then completed nursing school at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She worked as a registered nurse at several hospitals in the Chicago area, including the University of Chicago Hospital, Mount Sinai Hospital, and Swedish Covenant Hospital.
Educational Background
University of illinois at chicago – Chicago, Illinois
Master of Science in Nursing, May 2009
Family Nurse Practitioner specialty
Cumulative GPA 4.0/4.0
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY- Chicago, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts with High Honors, June 2003
Major: American Studies
Cumulative GPA 3.76/4.0
Professional Background
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, Springfield, Illinois
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Division of Urology
Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the evaluation and treatment of sexual dysfunction and infertility as well as other urologic disorders. Coordinates and provides care for adult patients seen in the urology and andrology clinics. Performs physical assessments and elicits detailed personal and family medical history from patients and families. Formulates individualized patient care plans and refers patients to appropriate community resources. Provides patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, diagnostic testing, and preventive activities. Serves as a member of the research team, including participating with physicians in the enrollment and maintenance of patients on designated research protocols.
MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, Springfield, Illinois 8/2008-6/2009
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Provided care for both adult and pediatric patients suffering from acute illnesses and injuries. Acquired and recorded patient information. Prepared patients for surgical and radiological procedures, initiated and maintained intravenous therapy, operated cardiac monitoring technology, and ensured safe transport of critically ill patients to appropriate inpatient hospital units.
SWEDISH COVENANT HOSPITAL, Chicago, Illinois 4/2007-6/2008
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Provided care for both adult and pediatric patients suffering from acute chest pain, respiratory failure and complaints, drug overdoses, acute alcohol ingestion, gastrointestinal bleeds, and trauma. Acquired and recorded patient information. Prepared patients for surgical and radiological procedures, initiated and maintained intravenous therapy, operated 12-lead EKG, and ensured safe transport of critically ill patients to appropriate inpatient hospital units.
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO HOSPITAL, Chicago, Illinois 7/2006-3/2007
Staff Nurse, Adult Oncology
Provided family-centered care for patients suffering from hematologic and oncologic diseases. Accurately obtained and documented patient history and medication lists, assessed individual conditions and needs, and selected departmental referrals for acute and chronically ill patients. Administered and monitored patient reactions to chemotherapeutic agents and other medications and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, Chicago, Illinois 9/2005-6/2006
Graduate Research Assistant
Conducted research for a study on the impact of social stigma in patients with COPD. Responsible for recruiting study participants and obtaining informed consent. Maintained database of study participants and tracked study progress. Responsible for transcription of study interviews.
SPRINGFIELD CLINIC RESEARCH, Springfield, Illinois 7/2003-8/2005
Clinical Research Coordinator
Executed investigational drug research trials according to Good Clinical Practice. Communicated between the principal physician investigators, the Springfield Clinic, and the sponsoring pharmaceutical companies. Responsible for recruiting and enrolling patients into research protocols, ensuring the rights and safety of the patients, and monitoring research patients throughout the duration of the trials.
Volunteer Experience
EMERGENCY: LIFE SUPPORT FOR CIVILIAN WAR VICTIMS, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Treasurer, University of Illinois Chapter
TWO LITTLE MONKEYS, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Member of the Board of Directors
BLESSED SACRAMENT PARISH, SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS
Volunteer Music Cantor
Scholarship
2005 Illinois General Assembly Scholar
Arthur J. Schmitt Undergraduate Scholar
Certifications
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) preparation
Licensure
Registered Nurse (RN), State of Illinois
Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), State of Illinois
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