Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency care. Proven strengths in medication administration, patient assessments, and effective team coordination. Committed to delivering high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
5 Months
Great Falls Clinic Hospital | 03.2026 - Current
Provided patient assessments and triage in high-pressure emergency scenarios.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient care.
Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critical patients.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
Assisted in procedural preparations and maintained sterile environments.
Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and safety protocols.
Responded promptly to emergencies, ensuring efficient workflow in the department.
Supported training of new staff in emergency response procedures and protocols.
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
ER Charge Nurse
7 Years 1 Month
Benefis Healthcare System | 02.2019 - 03.2026
Supervised emergency department operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and quality standards.
Coordinated patient care among multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment efficiency and outcomes.
Mentored nursing staff in triage procedures, enhancing skills and improving patient assessment accuracy.
Implemented workflow improvements, reducing wait times and increasing patient satisfaction ratings.
Analyzed departmental performance metrics, identifying areas for operational enhancements and strategic planning.
Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and growth within the team.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes during medical emergencies.
Acted as a liaison between ER nursing staff and other hospital departments, facilitating clear communication channels to ensure seamless care transitions.
Managed crisis situations calmly, providing direction to staff for effective resolution of critical incidents.
Ensured high-quality patient care through rigorous monitoring of nursing standards and protocols.
Provided compassionate support to families during stressful emergency situations, demonstrating empathy and understanding while remaining professional at all times.
Improved ER efficiency by effectively managing staff resources and coordinating patient flow.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
7 Years
Covenant Medical Center | 02.2012 - 02.2019
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
Enhanced team morale and efficiency, leading by example and fostering supportive environment.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University | Salt Lake City, UT | 05-2028
Associate of Science - Nursing
Colorado Northwestern Community College | Craig, CO | 05-2010
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient management
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health NetworkRegistered Nurse, Emergency Department at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network