Elisha Lin
Surgical/Trauma ICU RN
Flushing,NY
Summary
Hunter College (08/2011-05/2016)
Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing (08/2013-05/2016)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Summa Cum Laude
cumulative GPA: 3.96
NYS RN license # 721582
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Surgical/Trauma ICU Staff/Charge Nurse
New York Presbyterian Hospital -Queens
8 2021 - Current
- Perform head to toe complex and focused assessment; conduct advanced/invasive hemodynamic monitoring and care with A-line, CVC, ICP device, IAP, CO measurement devices, and ventilator
- Assist with intubation/extubation, A-line/Central line/EVD/Chest tube insertion, as well as bedside emergent procedures such as ex-lap, tracheostomy, PEG, endoscopy, and MTP
- Manage and titrate vasoactive, sedative, analgesic, paralytic, antiarrthymic drips as well as PCA/PCEA pumps based on ordered parameters while closely monitoring responses and adverse effects; initiate, maintain and monitor for Normothermia therapy (Artic Sun) and CRRT
- Deliver quality care and ensure patient safety while utilizing critical thinking, clinical judgment and CC knowledge in participation of resuscitating and monitoring complicated taruma (Level I trauma center), immediate post-op unstable surgical patients, as well as populations managed non-operatively or experiencing complications post-op
- Ensure recovery and reduce surgical complications through careful post-op monitoring, timely and early intervention, pain and wound management and coaching for functional recovery
- Actively contribute to formation and execution of comprehensive and individualized plan of care by participating in multi-disciplinary rounding and effectively communicating to providers of clinical changes, responses to therapies and concerns by incorporating VS/IO/labs/assessment data
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical situations, fostering rapport, trust and open communication throughout their ICU stay to advocate for patient's best interests, dignity, comfort and ease of suffering
- Respond to RRT/CAT throughout hospital
- As preceptor, train and supervise newer nurses for proper techniques, procedures, standards of care, and safety protocols
- As charge nurse, collaborate with providers and fellow nurses in prioritizing and arranging new admissions, expediting escalation of care, and making safe staffing assignments
Med-Surg/Oncology Staff Nurse
New York Presbyterian Hospital - Queens
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Assess patient’s physiologic and psychological health status
- Formulate plan of care; establish priorities; re-asses and revise individualized plan of care as neede
- Implement safety and isolation precaution; collect specimens as ordered; accurately administer prescribed meds; monitor patient’s condition to treatment and communicate acute changes timely to providers
- Educate patients and families about diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and lifestyle options, to empower them to take active role in recovery and health maintenance
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans; supervise and delegate to appropriate staffs
Clinical/Charge Nurse
Charles B. Wang Community Health Center
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Conduct patient interview and nursing assessment; perform telephone triage
- Assess and identify individual/family’s needs for community/governmental resources for cancer screening and vaccinations; active role in case-finding of public health issues such as TB, STD exposure, and Hepatitis B/C.
- Provides patient education & counseling (i.e Lab/tests reviews, insulin teaching, Coumadin therapy) and medication reconciliation
Skills
Critical Care Nursing
Epics, Allscript EMR
Sound Clinical judgment & Critical Thinking
Multitasking Abilities
Effective and Timely Communication
Teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration
Team Leadership
Patient and Family Advocacy
Patient Education/Coaching
Compassionate Care
Detail and Action oriented
Highly motivated and active
Good work ethics
Open to opportunities for professional growth and challenges
Interested in science, continuing education, EBP nursing practice, and nursing research
Certification
ACLS (exp. 10/2025)
Accomplishments
- New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital, Certificate of Patient Experience, 2023 & 2024
- New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital, Caregiver of the Month Award, 2021
- Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing, Dean's Award to Outstanding Generic Pathway Student (Valedictorian), class of 2016
- Hunter College, The Percy Ellis Sutton SEEK Program, Outstanding Academic Achievement, class of 2016
- Hunter College, Dean’s List - Spring 2012 & Fall 2014 & Spring 2015 & Fall 2015 & Spring 2016
Organizations & Activities
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, Member, 2022-Present
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Member, March 2016 – Present
- John Bowne Christian Ministry, Volunteer, August 2011 - Present
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
References
Available Upon Requests
Timeline
Med-Surg/Oncology Staff Nurse
New York Presbyterian Hospital - Queens
03.2019 - 08.2021
Clinical/Charge Nurse
Charles B. Wang Community Health Center
11.2016 - 02.2019
Surgical/Trauma ICU Staff/Charge Nurse
New York Presbyterian Hospital -Queens
8 2021 - Current
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