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Elizabeth Beckham

Scottsdale,AZ

Summary

Highly motivated and compassionate new graduate nurse pursuing a position in a dynamic labor and delivery unit that fosters professional growth and continuing education. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal, and multitasking abilities.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

Mastro's Ocean Club Restaurant
05.2015 - Current
  • Exhibits ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Competent communication skills, anticipating guest needs, and creating memorable experiences
  • Upholds a clean, professional, and safe environment according to state health codes.

Labor and Delivery Preceptorship

Banner Desert Medical Center
11.2023 - 12.2023
  • Performed initial assessments on newly admitted patients to determine the level of care needed
  • Assessed and monitored fetal heart rate, maternal vital signs, and uterine contractions during labor
  • Provided emotional support and comfort measures to laboring women throughout the birthing process
  • Initiated IV lines for administration of fluids or medications prior to delivery

Neonatal Intensive Care Student Nurse

Phoenix Children's Hospital
08.2023 - 09.2023
  • Assessed respiratory status of infants requiring ventilator support and managed airway suctioning as needed.

Medical Surgical Student Nurse

Chandler Regional Medical Center and Banner Desert
10.2022 - 04.2023
  • Administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions, and other treatments according to physician orders
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions through observation of clinical indicators such as pain level, vital signs, and laboratory values.
  • Performed venipuncture, ostomy care, wound care, catheter insertion, emptied drainage tubes, and managed continuous bladder infusion
  • Deployed therapeutic communication, active listening, and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families, and other members of the health care team for optimum patient care
  • Utilized the electronic health record system

Student Postpartum Nurse

Banner University Medical Center
01.2023 - 02.2023
  • Monitored mothers' physical health after labor by assessing vitals, pain, uterine bleeding, perineal trauma, and cesarean incisions
  • Ensured the safety and health of the neonate by performing physical assessments and newborn screening tests
  • Offered education and guidance to patients regarding nutrition, breastfeeding, perineal and breast care, exercise, contraception, and other lifestyle changes necessary for postpartum care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Grand Canyon University
05.2024

Associate of Applied Science & Nursing -

Mesa Community College
12.2023

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology -

Arizona State University
05.2012

Skills

  • ADL Assistance
  • Active Listening
  • Infection Control Standards
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Emotional Support
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Compassionate and Caring

Certification

RN- Registered Nurse; Arizona State Board of Nursing

BLS- Basic Life Support

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Labor and Delivery Preceptorship

Banner Desert Medical Center
11.2023 - 12.2023

Neonatal Intensive Care Student Nurse

Phoenix Children's Hospital
08.2023 - 09.2023

Student Postpartum Nurse

Banner University Medical Center
01.2023 - 02.2023

Medical Surgical Student Nurse

Chandler Regional Medical Center and Banner Desert
10.2022 - 04.2023

Bartender

Mastro's Ocean Club Restaurant
05.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Grand Canyon University

Associate of Applied Science & Nursing -

Mesa Community College

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology -

Arizona State University

RN- Registered Nurse; Arizona State Board of Nursing

BLS- Basic Life Support

Elizabeth Beckham