Emerald DeWitt
Macomb,IL
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Wesley Village Senior Living Community
04.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Manage approximately 20-25 patients as well as certified nursing assistants.
ER Charge Nurse
McDonough District Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and growth within McDonough District Hospital's Emergency Department.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and recognizing outstanding contributions from team members.
- Managed approximately three Registered Nurses and one Emergency Room Technician when fully staffed, while managing fast paced incidents from routine patients to Mass Casualty Incidents.
- Provided compassionate support to families during stressful emergency situations, demonstrating empathy and understanding while remaining professional at all times.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wesley Village Senior Living Community
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by assisting in patient mobility, hygiene, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Spoon River Community College
Macomb07.2022
Associate of Science - Radiological Sciences
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL07.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Spoon River Community College
Canton, IL07.2014
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
Canton, IL05.2012
Skills
- Physical and Psychological Evaluations
- Nursing Staff Management
- Planning and Scheduling
- Decision-Making
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Clinical Judgment
- Emergency Response
- Crisis Management
- Medical Emergency Triage
- Quality Improvement
Certification
BLS - Basic Life Support
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Previous Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (Expired)
Reading books
When I have free time, I enjoy reading a good book. The books I enjoy are a wide range of genres from thriller/suspense all the way to romance and comedies.
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Wesley Village Senior Living Community
04.2023 - Current
ER Charge Nurse
McDonough District Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wesley Village Senior Living Community
11.2021 - 03.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Spoon River Community College
Associate of Science - Radiological Sciences
Carl Sandburg College
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Spoon River Community College
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
BLS - Basic Life Support
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Previous Certification
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (Expired)
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