Elizabeth Flokstra
Grand Rapids
Summary
New graduate RN (March 2026) with experience in acute care as a Patient Care Technician, long-term care, and outpatient clinic settings as a Medical Assistant. Skilled in patient monitoring, glucose management, EKGs, medication administration support, wound care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dependable, organized, and comfortable in fast-paced environments. Seeking a new graduate RN role to continue developing strong, safe clinical practice.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Partner
Ascension Hospital-Nashville, TN
Nashville, TN
11.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care across multiple units (Med-Surg, Telemetry, Orthopedics, Oncology, ED).
- Performed vitals, blood glucose checks, I&Os, neuro checks, and safety rounds; documented in Meditech.
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, transfers, and fall-prevention measures.
- Supported RNs with tasks such as wound care setup, catheter care, specimen collection, and post-op monitoring.
- Responded quickly to call-lights and changes in patient condition; assisted during rapid responses and emergencies.
- Maintained clean, safe environments and worked collaboratively with the healthcare team while floating to any needed unit.
Care Partner
Vanderbilt University Medical Center-Nashville, TN
Nashville, TN
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided direct patient care across multiple units (Med-Surg, Telemetry, Orthopedics, Oncology, ED).
- Performed vitals, blood glucose checks, I&Os, neuro checks, and safety rounds; documented in Meditech.
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, transfers, and fall-prevention measures.
- Supported RNs with tasks such as wound care setup, catheter care, specimen collection, and post-op monitoring.
- Responded quickly to call-lights and changes in patient condition; assisted during rapid responses and emergencies.
- Maintained clean, safe environments and worked collaboratively with the healthcare team while floating to any needed unit.
Medical Assistant
The Children's Clinic-Anchorage, AK
Anchorage, AK
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Roomed pediatric patients, obtained vitals, height/weight, and completed intake histories.
- Assisted providers with exams, immunizations, rapid tests (flu, strep, COVID), and basic procedures.
- Provided age-appropriate education to parents on medications, follow-up care, and developmental guidance.
- Performed CLIA-waived testing, specimen collection, chart prep, and documentation in the EMR.
- Managed administrative tasks including scheduling, referrals, prior authorizations, and answering parent calls.
- Maintained clean rooms, sanitized equipment, and followed all pediatric safety, infection control, and vaccine handling protocols.
Tutor Time
Childtime-Jenison, MI
Jenison, MI
02.2012 - 04.2023
- Provided daily care for infants (6 weeks–12 months), including feeding, diapering, nap routines, and developmental play.
- Created a safe, nurturing, and predictable environment that supported early physical, social, and emotional development.
- Planned age-appropriate sensory activities, tummy time, and early learning experiences.
- Monitored developmental milestones and communicated daily updates to parents/guardians.
- Maintained classroom cleanliness, sanitation logs, and followed all state childcare and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with teaching team to support individualized needs and ensure consistent routines throughout the day.
Medical Assistant
American House Senior Living Communities-Jenison, MI
Jenison, MI
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Accurately prepared, administered, and documented scheduled and PRN medications for residents in accordance with state regulations.
- Monitored residents for medication effects, changes in condition, behavioral shifts, and safety concerns—reporting promptly to nursing staff.
- Provided hands-on support with ADLs: bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, transfers, and mobility assistance.
- Used dementia-informed communication, redirection, and de-escalation techniques to maintain resident comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate MARs, treatment logs, and incident reports.
- Ensured proper infection control, room safety, and compliance with facility care plans and state guidelines.
- Collaborated with nurses, caregivers, and families to support individualized dementia care.
Medical Assistant
Spectrum Health-Various
12.2017 - 11.2019
- Floated between multiple specialties (family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, urgent care) and adapted quickly to different workflows and providers.
- Roomed patients, obtained vitals, intake histories, medication lists, and documented accurately in the EMR (Epic).
- Assisted with exams, injections, immunizations, point-of-care testing (flu, strep, COVID, urinalysis), EKGs, and basic procedures.
- Performed front- and back-office tasks including scheduling, referrals, prior authorizations, phone triage, and chart prep.
- Managed specimen collection, labeling, CLIA-waived testing, and routine equipment sterilization.
- Maintained smooth clinic flow by supporting whichever department needed coverage that day.
- Provided clear patient education and ensured excellent customer service across all floated locations.
Education
Nursing
Fortis
Nashville, TN03-2026
Certification - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical
Kentwood, MI01.2018
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Vital Signs Monitoring
- Medication Administration (PO, SQ, IM)
- Wound Care & Sterile Technique
- Electronic Health Records (Epic) & Clinical Documentation
- Care Planning & Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Education & Discharge Teaching
- Telemetry & Electrocardiogram (ECG) Interpretation
- Specimen Collection & Phlebotomy
- Infection Control & HIPAA Compliance
- CPR/BLS Certified
Certification
- BLS Certification: exp 2026-07-01
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- NCLEX Pending: March 2026 Graduation
Timeline
Care Partner
Ascension Hospital-Nashville, TN
11.2025 - Current
Care Partner
Vanderbilt University Medical Center-Nashville, TN
02.2024 - 06.2025
Medical Assistant
The Children's Clinic-Anchorage, AK
09.2023 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant
American House Senior Living Communities-Jenison, MI
08.2020 - 03.2022
Medical Assistant
Spectrum Health-Various
12.2017 - 11.2019
Tutor Time
Childtime-Jenison, MI
02.2012 - 04.2023
Certification - Medical Assistant
Ross Medical
Nursing
Fortis