Elizabeth Christman
Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
12
years of professional experience
Compassionate well-rounded cardiac nurse focused on delivering quality patient care and improving treatment protocols. Promotes teamwork to achieve clinical objectives and adapts to the evolving healthcare landscape. Skilled in patient assessment and cardiac monitoring, fostering collaboration for positive outcomes while committed to advancing healthcare practices.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Work History
Registered Nurse Cardiac Pulmonary and Orthopedic
1 Year 3 Months- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on evolving needs.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care to enhance recovery and support independence.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Delivered patient-centered care by assessing health needs and developing tailored care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment and achieve optimal rehabilitation outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
Registered Nurse Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Unit
1 Year 7 Months- Provided patient care by focusing on post-thoracotomy surgery, hernia repairs, revascularizations, and esophagectomy management.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare providers promptly.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, intraosseous, and epidural while monitoring responses.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Registered Nurse Intensive Care Unit
1 Year 11 Months- Enhanced patient outcomes through thorough evaluations and effective treatment execution while providing compassionate communication to patients and families.
- Improved treatment delivery by coordinating care based on patient acuity and needs.
- Strengthened diagnostic accuracy by interpreting rhythm strips and conducting tests within a supportive environment.
- Elevated patient advocacy by collaborating with healthcare providers to address diverse patient requirements.
- Oversaw patient condition monitoring and administered critical care treatments and medications in strict adherence to established protocols.
- Managed ongoing assessment of patient vital signs to enhance care strategies and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated teamwork among diverse groups to enhance the development and implementation of patient care initiatives.
- Administered essential medical interventions to stabilize patients in critical condition, maintaining compliance with established care protocols.
Registered Nurse Post Cardiothoracic Surgery
4 Months- Managed patient care in post-cardiothoracic surgery unit following cardiac catheterization, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), transcatheter aortic valve repair (TAVR), and vascular surgeries.
- Directed management of acute conditions, including congestive heart failure (CHF), myocardial infarction (MI), deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and pulmonary embolism (PE).
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication use, and preventive measures.
Patient Care Associate Float Pool/ PACU
4 Years 10 Months- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in alignment with hospital protocols.
- Coordinated with nursing staff to streamline daily tasks, contributing to improved patient experiences.
- Recorded and reported vital sign fluctuations to nursing staff, facilitating prompt medical responses.
- Supported patient mobility and transfers, enhancing comfort and safety during procedures.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to execute patient care plans, ensuring effective delivery of healthcare services.
Patient Care Technician Telemetry
5 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Delivered patient care through selected procedures and treatments, addressing special and age-related needs.
- Created a safe environment and ensured proper resource utilization while addressing patient and family needs quickly.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety of patients.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical staff to enhance care coordination.
- Coordinated patient transportation and appointments to optimize care delivery efficiency.
- Monitored cardiac patients' telemetry systems for abnormal rhythms and vital signs.
- Operated ECG machines to ensure accurate data collection and patient assessments.
Direct Support Professional
5 Months- Implemented personalized care strategies to address the unique needs of individuals with physical and mental disabilities in a group home setting.
- Encouraged interactive behavior as well as maintained a safe work environment.
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities to enhance independence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement personalized care plans.
- Monitored and documented client progress, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Pharmacy Technician
1 Year 3 Months- Collaborated with patients to address healthcare needs.
- Maintained high standards of professionalism and confidentiality in patient care.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of pharmaceutical supplies.
- Assisted pharmacists in preparing and dispensing medications to patients.
- Managed prescription processing and medication dispensing with high accuracy.
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on operational procedures and customer service excellence.
Education
Master's degree - Family Nurse Practitioner
Bachelor's degree - Nursing Science
Associate degree - Nursing Science
Associate of Science - Pre-nursing Per-requisite Coursework
Skills
Licensed RN
ACLS certification
IV medication administration
Medication management/administration
Patient evaluations
Direct patient care
Patient monitoring
Telemetry monitoring
Charting and documentation
Clinical judgment
Clinical decision-making
Patient education
Timeline
Registered Nurse Cardiac Pulmonary and Orthopedic
Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Unit
St. Peters Hospital
09.2023 - 04.2025Read More
Registered Nurse Intensive Care Unit
Vermont Medical Center
10.2021 - 09.2023Read More
Registered Nurse Post Cardiothoracic Surgery
Albany Medical Center
06.2021 - 10.2021Read More
Patient Care Associate Float Pool/ PACU
Albany Medical Center
08.2016 - 06.2021Read More
Patient Care Technician Telemetry
Glens Falls Hospital
03.2016 - 08.2016Read More
Direct Support Professional
Warren, Washington, and Albany ARC
11.2015 - 04.2016Read More
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
10.2014 - 01.2016Read More
Russel Sage College
Master's degree from Family Nurse Practitioner
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Chamberlain University
Bachelor's degree from Nursing Science
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Fulton Montgomery Community College
Associate degree from Nursing Science
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Hudson Valley Community College
Associate of Science from Pre-nursing Per-requisite Coursework
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