Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
RegisteredNurse

Elizabeth A McElroy

RN
Wakeeney,KS

Summary

I'm a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care on units like Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Cath Lab RN (CVL) and Flex RN in areas: (Short Stay, PACU, OR). I have worked for Hays Medical Center for the past 15 years, but am now looking at other career opportunities. I am ACLS and BLS certified and have proven to remain calm under pressure; skillfully handling difficult patients and high-stress situations. Some of my daily duties include monitoring patient vital signs before, during and after sedation. I have experience administering sedation during minor procedures and giving other medications during procedures that are required at that time. In addition, I can get patients ready prior to procedures and recover them post anesthesia. I can help circulate minor procedures like EGDs, Colonoscopies and Bronchoscopies. I have consistently developed strong relationships with my co-workers, patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Hays Medical Center
06.2015 - Current
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Patient Care Technician

Hays Medical Center
04.2009 - 06.2015
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
05.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Central Kansas Technical College
Hays, KS
05.2015

Bachelor of Science - General Studies Biology

Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS
05.2012

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Performing EKGs
  • BLS
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Licensed RN
  • Cardiac Care
  • Patient Assessments

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Hays Medical Center
06.2015 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Hays Medical Center
04.2009 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Fort Hays State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

North Central Kansas Technical College

Bachelor of Science - General Studies Biology

Fort Hays State University
Elizabeth A McElroyRN