Elaine Ewald, RN, BSN
Caro,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Caro Community Schools
09.2019 - Current
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Oversaw health services for school of 300+ students and faculty.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Coordinated district-wide certification for MiHeartsafe with 50 staff members certified and trained to respond to cardiac emergencies
- Founded Hope Rocks! After school art program for 5th grade students
Hospice Nurse
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Hospice Nurse
Hometown Home Healthcare And Hospice
12.2012 - 01.2016
- Provided end-of-life care for patients residing at home and facilities.
Hospice Nurse
Hospice Advantage
01.2009 - 12.2012
- Clinical Services Director managing all hospice staff including nurses, chaplains, nursing aides, social workers and volunteers.
Hospice Nurse
Heartland Hospice
09.2006 - 09.2008
- Provided end-of-life care for patients residing at home and facilities.
Registered Nurse
Valley OBGYN
03.1999 - 09.2006
- Nurse for Dr. Kenneth Su
- Phone triage nurse
Public Health Nurse
Tuscola County Health Department
09.1991 - 03.1999
- Visited homes, assessing patient and family needs.
- Worked in multiple programs including WIC, CSHCS, immunization program, and Maternal Support program
- Worked with Valley OB as nurse for satellite OB clinic 1994-1999
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1993
- Staff nurse on orthopedic/medical surgical unit, charge nurse duties
- Preceptor for nursing student
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saginaw State University
Saginaw, MI05.1989
Skills
- Infection Control
- Emergency Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- EMR Systems
- Child Health Education
- Family Education
- Verbal and Written Communication
- HIPAA Requirements
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Accurate Documentation
Affiliations
Great Start Collaborative of Tuscola County- trusted advisor
Project ADAM/ MIHEARTSafe coordinator for Caro Community Schools
Staff/teacher Hallowell ADHD summer camp
Caro Assembly of God music team
Co-founder Smiles for Seniors
Photography, teaching art skills in group and individual setting. Childbirth Education class, music
I have varied interests that include playing piano, photography, and teaching art skills to adults and children in a group or individual setting. I am part of the staff each summer at Hallowell Summer ADHD camp where I teach both students and adults how to incorporate art into a healthy lifestyle. I taught Childbirth Education classes from 1991- 1996 while working at the Tuscola County Health Department and in collaboration with Valley OB.
Timeline
School Nurse
Caro Community Schools
09.2019 - Current
Hospice Nurse
Compassus Hospice And Palliative Care
01.2016 - 03.2019
Hospice Nurse
Hometown Home Healthcare And Hospice
12.2012 - 01.2016
Hospice Nurse
Hospice Advantage
01.2009 - 12.2012
Hospice Nurse
Heartland Hospice
09.2006 - 09.2008
Registered Nurse
Valley OBGYN
03.1999 - 09.2006
Public Health Nurse
Tuscola County Health Department
09.1991 - 03.1999
Registered Nurse
St. Luke's Hospital
06.1989 - 09.1993
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saginaw State University
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