Aric Wateman
Grand Rapids
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Corewell Health Butterworth, excelling in emergency care response and patient assessment. Proven ability to prioritize treatment and coordinate care plans effectively. Skilled in electronic health records management, and adept at fostering communication among healthcare teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Michigan Department of Corrections
Muskegon
04.2024 - Current
- Documented patient information from assessments, orders, lab results, and treatment responses in electronic health record system.
- Conducted physical assessments of inmates, including vital signs and diagnostic evaluations.
- Created discharge plans for released prisoners with follow-up appointments to community-based providers.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to inmates with chronic and acute medical conditions.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Corewell Health Butterworth
Grand Rapids
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Prioritized treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level during triage.
- Monitored vital signs and health indicators to assess patient condition.
- Delivered timely emergency care to critically ill patients.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and standards.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare providers, including physicians and nurses.
Paramedic
Life EMS Ambulance
Grand Rapids
06.2018 - 06.2023
- Administered medications, wound care, and aggressive airway management to deliver essential pre-hospital patient care.
- Efficiently communicated patient conditions and treatment strategies with healthcare professionals.
- Offered emotional support to families of critically ill or injured individuals.
- Evaluated and treated emergencies like cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress, and intoxication.
- Assessed scenes for safety hazards impacting first responders.
Education
Associate's Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI01-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Great Lakes EMS Academy
Grand Rapids01-2017
Skills
- Electronic health records management
- Patient assessment and care
- Medication administration and safety
- Emergency care response
- Care planning and coordination
- Triage assessment expertise
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Michigan Department of Corrections
04.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Corewell Health Butterworth
04.2023 - 04.2024
Paramedic
Life EMS Ambulance
06.2018 - 06.2023
Associate's Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Grand Rapids Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Paramedicine
Great Lakes EMS Academy