ELIZABETH K. EMMONS
Biddeford,ME
Summary
Accomplished psychiatric and medical-surgical nurse with over 12 years of clinical experience and a proven track record in nursing leadership, grounded in evidence-based practice (EBP). Committed to delivering compassionate care to diverse populations, including adults, children, and families, while promoting patient-centered treatment, wellness, and recovery. Highly skilled in critical thinking, communication, and patient care, with a strong emphasis on team collaboration to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable in dynamic healthcare environments, with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and effective care coordination.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Lahey Hospital Behavioral Health Services
05.2025 - Current
- Administered comprehensive patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
Registered Nurse Recovery Addiction Medicine
Maine Health
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Administered comprehensive patient assessments to determine individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies and patient outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to manage acute psychiatric conditions effectively.
Registered Nurse Detox And Psychiatric
Maine General Medical Center
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Mass General Brigham
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored patients for side effects. Conducted patient-focused planning and case management
Psychiatric And Detox Registered Nurse
Cross Country Nurses
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided nursing care and treatment to all psychiatric and detox patients on inpatient units of hospital. Float nurse for Detox, Emergency Department, and Acute Psychiatric Units.
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
Registered Nurse
Mass General Brigham Hospital
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Health Services Administrator
Armor Health, Cumberland County Jail
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Directed and managed administrative functions of a 400 bed correctional facility medical department including all facets of operation, fiscal responsibility, and daily management of 70 healthcare providers.
- Oversaw all external contracts regarding clinical services and compliance to contract requirements.
- Developed implemented and regulated federal infection control protocol during first-year of Covid-19 national pandemic to ensure patient and environmental safety with 100% outcome.
Emergency Department RN Acute Psychiatric Unit
Maine Medical Center
02.2012 - 01.2020
- Performed behavioral and medical triage, nursing care, patient stabilization, assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, and disposition planning.
- Managed multiple acute medical detox and opiate use disorder withdrawal and psychiatric crises.
- Conducted transfer for patient admission and discharge.
- Chair of the Emergency Department Psychiatric Council.
- Awarded Clinical Nurse III recognition.
Child Protection Social Worker
Cumberland And York Counties Of Maine
05.1987 - 05.2012
- Investigated allegations of child abuse and neglect made on behalf of children who were potentially at risk of danger.
- Conducted emergency child safety assessment, forensic interviews, and concluded specific child abuse and neglect findings.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
University Of Southern Maine
Portland12-2011
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology and Rehabilitation
University Of Maine At Farmington
Farmington, MECertification
Licenses and Certifications , Registered Nurse in Maine, RN16264 Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Professional Nurse License State of New York 929698, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse ANCC Certified RN324704, Registered Licensed Social Worker State of Maine, LS2977 Registered Nurse Endorsement, (NCSBN ID: 22127897)
- Certified AHA, ACLS Provider #12102164133, Certified AHA, BLS Provider #2454148033
- Certified ACPMA, #BRN 17036, PT 15018, VN 10906
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Beth Israel Lahey Hospital Behavioral Health Services
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Recovery Addiction Medicine
Maine Health
08.2023 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse Detox And Psychiatric
Maine General Medical Center
03.2023 - 08.2023
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Mass General Brigham
04.2022 - 03.2023
Psychiatric And Detox Registered Nurse
Cross Country Nurses
11.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Mass General Brigham Hospital
11.2020 - 11.2021
Health Services Administrator
Armor Health, Cumberland County Jail
01.2020 - 11.2020
Emergency Department RN Acute Psychiatric Unit
Maine Medical Center
02.2012 - 01.2020
Child Protection Social Worker
Cumberland And York Counties Of Maine
05.1987 - 05.2012
Bachelor Of Science - Psychology and Rehabilitation
University Of Maine At Farmington
Bachelor Of Science - Nursing
University Of Southern Maine
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