Emerald DeWitt
Macomb,Illinois
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wesley Village Retirement Center
Macomb, Illinois
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly I 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.
- Managed approximately 20 to 25 patients as well as certified nursing assistants.
Registered Nurse & Emergency Technician
McDonough District Hospitial
Macomb, Illinois
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Provided compassionate support to families during stressful emergency situations, demonstrating empathy and understanding, while remaining professional at all times.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- 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.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wesley Village Retirement Center
Macomb, Illinois
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcome by assisting 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 improvement inpatient care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Spoon River College
Macomb, IL07-2022
Associate of Science - Radiological Sciences
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL07-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Spoon River 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
- Medical assessments
- Medication administration
- Coaching and mentoring
- Clinical judgment
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Palliative and pain management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Emergency response
- Crisis management
- Medical emergency triage
- Quality improvement
Affiliations
When I have free time, I enjoy reading and crocheting. The books I enjoy are a wide range of genres from thriller/suspense all the way to romance and comedies. In the spring and summer months, I love to be out in the garden or fishing.
Certification
Current certifications
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Previous certifications
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support(expired)
- PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support(expired)
- CPINCI - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention(expired)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wesley Village Retirement Center
04.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse & Emergency Technician
McDonough District Hospitial
03.2022 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wesley Village Retirement Center
11.2021 - 03.2022
Current certifications
- BLS - Basic Life Support
Previous certifications
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support(expired)
- PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support(expired)
- CPINCI - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention(expired)
Associate of Science - Nursing
Spoon River College
Associate of Science - Radiological Sciences
Carl Sandburg College
Associate of Applied Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Spoon River College
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
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