Elizabeth Hunter
Gloversville
Summary
Experienced RN with a background in Pediatrics, Behavioral Health and Medical-Surgical Nursing. Seeking a position as a school nurse. Organized, analytic and dependable. Skilled at providing exceptional patient care to pediatric patients through the use of therapeutic communication, evidence based practice and nursing judgement. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle high- stress situations. Consistently developing a strong rapport with patients and families as well as interprofessional team members.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Morton Plant North Bay Recovery Center
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by developing individualized care plans tailored to the needs of pediatric patients.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication with children and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved overall health outcomes.
- Provided education to parents on proper home care techniques, minimizing hospital readmissions and promoting long-term wellbeing.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Conducted thorough physical and Psychiatric assessments to identify potential health concerns before they escalated into more serious conditions.
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles through teaching preventative measures such as proper nutrition, exercise habits, and hygiene routines.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
Registered Nurse, B7 Post Surgical
LRH
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient for optimal care.
- Collaborated with Surgeons, MDs, APRNs and other members of the interprofessional care team to assess and deliver appropriate treatment improving outcomes and managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided expert patient care to General Surgical, Gastrointestinal, Neurologic, Urologic, ENT and Bariatric patients post operatively through use of nursing judgement and evidence based practice.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to providers, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying patient care limitations through use of SBAR.
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on treatment plans, management of post surgical lifestyle changes and disease processes.
- Therapeutically communicated with patients and family members to improve understanding of surgical and post surgical interventions in collaboration with their health care team.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches throughout all aspects of post-operative treatment to improve patient outcomes, reduce average in-patient length of stay and prevent re- admission after discharge.
Registered Nurse, Women's Health
HCA Oak Hill Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Assessed, analyzed and determined recommendations of treatment plans use of nursing judgement, EBP and interprofessional communication.
- Provided empathetic care to patients based on mental, physical and psychosocial needs.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients through use of therapeutic communication to improve outcomes.
Restaurant Hostess
Craft Street Kitchen
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Delivered unparalleled service to drive positive dining experience and repeat customer visits.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions and informed of accurate wait times.
- Supported servers, food runners and bussers with keeping dining area ready for every guest.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Kieser University
Tampa, FL12.2021
Medical Assisting Degree -
HFM BOCES Vocational Technical School
Johnstown, NY06.2015
High School Diploma -
Gloversville High School
Gloversville, NY06.2015
Skills
- Provides Patient Centered Care
- Critical Thinking and Analysis Through Use of Evidence Based Practice
- Prioritization and Delegation Through Use of Nursing Judgement
- Therapeutic Communication with Both Patients and their Families
- Provides Effective De-Escalation Techniques
- Physical and Psychiatric Assessment
- Strong Problem-Solving Abilities
- Patient Education
- Medication Management and Administration
- Social Skills Development
- Emotional Regulation Techniques
References
Name: Haley Edwards
Phone: (727)-946-4471
Email: haley.edwards330540@gmail.com
Hospital: North Bay Recovery Center- Coworker
Name: Sanam Woods
Phone: (253)-329-6381
Email: sanamwoods79@gmail.com
Hospital: LRH B7- Coworker
Name: Amber Maxwell
Phone: (813)-477-0118
Email: maxwellamb98@icloud.com
Hospital: North Bay Recovery Center- Coworker
Name: Michaelyn Oare
Phone: (518)-774-3717
Email: mikeyoare@gmail.com
Employer: GESD- Teacher's Aide
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health
Morton Plant North Bay Recovery Center
02.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse, B7 Post Surgical
LRH
07.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Women's Health
HCA Oak Hill Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022
Restaurant Hostess
Craft Street Kitchen
04.2021 - 10.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Kieser University
Medical Assisting Degree -
HFM BOCES Vocational Technical School
High School Diploma -
Gloversville High School
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