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Brittany Shartzer, BSN, RN, CEN, PHRN

Lostant,IL

Summary

Emergency nurse with experience in busy, high-acuity departments and a solid foundation in trauma, cardiac care, and rapid assessment. I’m comfortable making quick decisions, staying steady under pressure, and supporting patients and families through difficult moments. I value clear communication, teamwork, and compassionate care, and I bring a calm, reliable presence to the emergency department.

Overview

1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Department Registered Nurse

OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center
07.2024 - Current

Managed high-acuity emergency and trauma cases independently in a fast-paced critical access hospital, performing rapid triage, acute stabilization, and multi-disciplinary care coordination.

Emergency Department Technician I

OSF Healthcare
03.2023 - 07.2024

Monitored vital signs, reported changes promptly, and supported rapid clinical response in emergency department workflows. Performed EKGs, obtained specimens, and prepared patients for diagnostic testing with accuracy.

Emergency Department CNA

St. Margaret’s Health
08.2022 - 01.2023

ICU Clerk/CNA

St. Margaret’s Health
08.2021 - 08.2022

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
03-2026

Associates Degree of Applied Science - Nursing (RN)

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL
05-2024

CNA - Nursing

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL
01-2016

Skills

  • Emergency & trauma care
  • Rapid assessment & triage
  • Crisis intervention
  • Ultrasound-guided IV access
  • Cardiac monitoring, EKGs & telemetry
  • Patient advocacy
  • Emergency response
  • Strong organization & time management
  • Precepting & mentoring new staff
  • Clear, compassionate communication

Certification

CEN – Certified Emergency Nurse (2026), PHRN – Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse (2026), ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (2026), PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support (2026), NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation Program (2026), TNCC – Trauma Nursing Core Course (2025), ENPC – Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (2025), EKG Certification (2025), BLS CPR Certification (2026), Mental Health First Aid (2025), NIHSS (2026)

Timeline

Emergency Department Registered Nurse

OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center
07.2024 - Current

Emergency Department Technician I

OSF Healthcare
03.2023 - 07.2024

Emergency Department CNA

St. Margaret’s Health
08.2022 - 01.2023

ICU Clerk/CNA

St. Margaret’s Health
08.2021 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Southern New Hampshire University

Associates Degree of Applied Science - Nursing (RN)

Illinois Valley Community College

CNA - Nursing

Illinois Valley Community College
Brittany Shartzer, BSN, RN, CEN, PHRN