Elizabeth Farmer
Nurse
Winston Salem,NC
Summary
Caring and compassionate Operating Room Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and efficiency. Demonstrated success in effectively delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Novant Health
Winston Salem, North Carolina
08.2021 - Current
- Delivered exceptional care in various specialties including general, pain, ortho, bariatric, breast oncology and plastics, cystoscopy, and gynecology
- Accepted leadership as head nurse of gynecology surgery at Kernersville Medical Center
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Used Epic to process patient information and provide access to relevant data for licensed practitioners.
Capstone Preceptorship
Novant Health
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Maternity Clinicals
Novant Health
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Assessed mothers and babies to ensure optimal health and recovery.
- Educated mothers on proper neonate care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
COVID-19 Screener
Volt
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Documented novel coronavirus screening assessments.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Med-Surg Clinicals
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Updated patient charts using Epic with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Mental Health Clinicals
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
10 2019 - 11.2019
- Communicated with clients in a therapeutic manner
- Observed and participated in programs designed to help improve the mental health of clients.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
Pediatric Clinicals
Brenner’s Medical Center, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Worked with various patients, nurses, and members of the health care team to assist on the General Pediatrics Floor.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
Nursing Foundation Clinicals
Forsyth Medical Center
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Clinicals for Foundations of Nursing.
- Worked as a CNA while following a nurse to observe and participate in various procedures on the Med-Surg Unit.
- Promoted client safety.
- Assisted clients to meet their ADLs and other various needs.
- Administered medications in a safe and timely manner.
Front End Cashier
09.2017 - 04.2019
- Assisted with checking guests out while keeping a friendly and welcoming environment.
- Ensured that guests were satisfied with their visit.
- Aided in various other miscellaneous tasks in the floral and grocery departments.
CNA
Arbor Acres Methodist Retirement Community
11.2017 - 12.2017
- (36 hours).
- Worked alongside CNAs, both observing and participating in their various duties as part of CNA training and clinicals.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Phone Screener
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
12.2016 - 01.2017
- Contacted potential participants for our various clinical trials and gathered their information to test their eligibility in a timely manner.
- Created a welcoming and open environment for new and returning participants.
Intern
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
- At the Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention Program.
- Researched international and national brain banks to contact and use a model for our own.
- Contacted potential participants for our various clinical trials and gathered their information to test their eligibility.
- Assisted in organizing and stocking the Specimen Repository.
- Completed various other projects including putting together promotional bags that would be handed out at promotional talks.
Lifeguard
Gateway YWCA of
07.2011 - 07.2016
- Enforced the rules and regulations of the pool while keeping all patrons in a safe environment.
- Regulated chemicals in the pool to maintain a safe swimming environment.
- Answered questions presented by patrons to create a welcoming environment and to provide customer service.
Swim Lesson teacher
Gateway YWCA
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Taught ages 2-73 the basics of swimming.
- Instructed the students on how to be safe in the water through discussion and demonstrations.
Education
Nursing Residency -
Novant Health
Winston Salem 08.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC 06.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Teamwork and collaboration
Adapting to change
Verbal and written communication
Attention to detail
Accurate documentation
Documentation
Certification
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Novant Health
08.2021 - Current
Nursing Residency -
Novant Health
08.2021 - 07.2022
Licensed Nurse
07-2021
Capstone Preceptorship
Novant Health
02.2021 - 05.2021
Maternity Clinicals
Novant Health
10.2020 - 11.2020
COVID-19 Screener
Volt
05.2020 - 08.2020
Med-Surg Clinicals
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
01-2020
Pediatric Clinicals
Brenner’s Medical Center, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
09.2019 - 10.2019
Nursing Foundation Clinicals
Forsyth Medical Center
05.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Winston Salem State University
06.2018 - Current
CNA
Arbor Acres Methodist Retirement Community
11.2017 - 12.2017
Front End Cashier
09.2017 - 04.2019
Phone Screener
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
12.2016 - 01.2017
Intern
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
06.2016 - 08.2016
Swim Lesson teacher
Gateway YWCA
05.2015 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
North Carolina State University
08.2013 - 05.2017
Lifeguard
Gateway YWCA of
07.2011 - 07.2016
Mental Health Clinicals
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
10 2019 - 11.2019