Elizabeth Kerchal
Registered Nurse Enrolled In An Accredited Graduate-level Program Preparing For Certification As A Certified Nurse-Midwife
Curtis,Nebraska
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared for role of Certified Nurse Midwife. Background includes providing comprehensive care and support to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Focus on team collaboration and achieving patient-centered results. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic clinical environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Staff Educator
Great Plains Health
North Platte, Nebraska
04.2023 - Current
- Facilitated open communication between management and clinical staff, addressing concerns and implementing solutions to improve overall team satisfaction.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through the development and implementation of targeted staff education on patient-centered care practices.
- Reduced medication errors and improved patient safety through targeted educational programs.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
- Promoted integration of cultural competence into nursing practices, improving patient satisfaction and care.
- Organized and led professional development workshops for nursing staff to improve patient safety and care quality.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Great Plains Hospital
North Platte, Nebraska
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Stability Healthcare
Kearney, Nebraska
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Worked closely with doctors in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Registered Nurse- ED, LDRP
Community Hospital
McCook, Nebraska
07.2014 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Hospital
McCook, Nebraska
07.2013 - 04.2014
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
McCook Community Clinic
McCook, Nebraska
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse-Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Versailles, KY09-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN 05.2001 -
Skills
Clinical decision making
Antepartum care
Electronic fetal monitoring
Collaborative teamwork
Professionalism
Neonatal resuscitation
Advanced fetal monitoring
Labor and delivery management
Maternal health promotion
Breastfeeding support
Affiliations
- Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses- Nebraska Committee Member and Fetal Monitoring Instructor
- Frontier County 4-H Program- Volunteer
- Chi PI Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing- Member
Certification
Inpatient Obstetric Nursing
Timeline
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
11-2027
Electronic Fetal Monitoring
06-2027
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
04-2027
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
03-2027
Inpatient Obstetric Nursing
09-2026
S.T.A.B.L.E.
09-2026
Clinical Staff Educator
Great Plains Health
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Great Plains Hospital
04.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Stability Healthcare
10.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse- ED, LDRP
Community Hospital
07.2014 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Community Hospital
07.2013 - 04.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
McCook Community Clinic
07.2012 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Nurse-Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Frontier County 4H Outstanding Leader, 2023
This award recognizes adult volunteers who provide exceptional service, mentorship, and support to 4-H members, and demonstrated impact on local programs.