Elizabeth A. Dreier
Charlotte
Summary
Pediatric nurse practitioner with extensive experience in patient care coordination and evidence-based practices. Proven track record of enhancing patient outcomes through effective team collaboration and staff mentoring. Skilled in driving initiatives that elevate care standards and improve patient education. Dedicated to delivering exceptional family-centered care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Newborn Nursery
Pediatrix
Charlotte
02.2018 - Current
- Thorough knowledge of physical assessment for well and high risk newborns
- Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical exam, laboratory and other diagnostic test results
- Collaborated with neonatology team to provide specialized care for critically ill infants
- Applied current research and evidence-based practices to enhance clinical decision making
- Practice preventive health care through family education and child health advocacy
- Managed complex family dynamics while delivering targeted teaching and effective discharge planning
- Instructed residents and medical students on newborn examination techniques and common diagnosis management
- Precept APRN graduate students and mentor newly hired APP team members
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati
01.2015 - 02.2018
- Provide direct patient care to patients with sports-related injuries and conditions, including concussion management
- Provide direct patient care to patients with acute, episodic and chronic orthopaedic conditions
- Facilitated family relations council meetings to enhance communication among patients and families.
- Developed and implemented family educational resources
- Created community outreach education programs for school nurses to improve awareness of orthopaedic care.
- Served as preceptor for new nurses and medical assistants to enhance training.
- Collaborated with clinical management to develop a new medical assistant orientation process that improved employee retention and decreased staff turnover
- Collaborated with employee engagement committee to plan team-building initiatives that fostered a positive work environment.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Primary Care Office
Atlanta Children’s Clinical Center
Atlanta
01.2013 - 09.2017
- Head nurse responsible for routine patient care, immunizations, medication administration, obtaining labs, administering routine screenings, triage patient phone calls
- Coordinated care management, phone triage, and care coordination to support patient needs
- Conducted telephone triage to assess patient needs and direct care.
- Facilitated communication between patients and physicians to enhance understanding of treatment plans
- Supervised LPNs, medical assistants, and non-clinical staff to ensure efficient workflow and patient care
- Trained new staff on quality control procedures
- Maintained quality patient care by complying with federal and state regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies.
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Orthopaedic Surgery
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Provide direct patient care to patients with acute, episodic and chronic orthopaedic conditions
- Trained and mentored new staff in patient care procedures, improving team competency and patient outcomes.
- Delivered staff education on limb lengthening and reconstruction, increasing knowledge and skills among team members.
- Contributed to hospital-wide telephone triage council, enhancing communication and patient support.
- Participated in multidisciplinary clinics.
Registered Nurse, Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati
06.2009 - 01.2011
- Skilled in neonatal resuscitation and stabilization at high risk deliveries
- Provided comprehensive care for neonates from admission to discharge, ensuring optimal outcomes for premature, genetic, cardiac, and surgical infants
- Led quality improvement projects, driving initiatives that enhanced care standards and patient outcomes
- Promoted breastfeeding education to improve maternal and infant health outcomes through targeted support and resources
- Provide emotional support, education and encouragement to family members
Registered Nurse, Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Children’s Mercy Hospital
03.2006 - 06.2009
- Provide comprehensive care of neonates from admission to discharge for premature, genetic, cardiac and surgical infants
- Developed and contributed to Critical Care Nurse Council; established policies and procedures for safe nurse floating practices between NICU and PICU
- Actively participated in primary care nursing research committee to enhance evidence-based practices
- Served as preceptor, mentor, and trainer for nursing students and new staff nurses, fostering professional growth and competency
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, Ohio01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, Indiana01.2005
Skills
- Patient care coordination and education
- Physical assessment techniques
- Telehealth services delivery
- Care plan development
- Clinical documentation
- Evidence-based practice
- Continuing education programs
- Community outreach initiatives
- Employee mentoring and development
- Critical thinking skills
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication strategies
Certification
- Certified Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program, American Academy of Pediatrics
Professional Licensure
- Registered Nurse, North Carolina, 301335
- Advanced Practice Nurse, North Carolina, 5010235
Timeline
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Newborn Nursery
Pediatrix
02.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
01.2015 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Primary Care Office
Atlanta Children’s Clinical Center
01.2013 - 09.2017
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Orthopaedic Surgery
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
01.2011 - 08.2013
Registered Nurse, Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
06.2009 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse, Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Children’s Mercy Hospital
03.2006 - 06.2009
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valparaiso University