Elizabeth Maina
Mishawaka,IN
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience, excelling in acute care management and treatment planning. Skilled in EHR documentation and clinical decision-making, I am committed to enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative care and education. Recognized for my attention to detail and problem-solving abilities in high-pressure environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
Woodlawn Hospital
Rochester, IN
06.2024 - Current
- Perform patient admissions, conduct assessments, and develop treatment plans for acute conditions
- Conduct daily rounds, adjust treatment plans, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care
- Manage patient discharges, provide detailed instructions, and coordinate follow-up care
- Provide care during weekends and PRN shifts for patients with complex medical conditions
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with hospital protocols and legal requirements
- Educate patients and their families on conditions, treatment options, and prevention strategies
Nocturnal Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center
Plymouth, IN
07.2023 - Current
- Admit, assess, and develop treatment plans for patients during nocturnal shifts
- Provide cross-coverage and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address acute concerns
- Manage patient discharges, facilitate transfers, and provide follow-up care instructions
- Assist in onboarding and orienting new staff, offering guidance on documentation and clinical procedures
- Ensure continuity of care, making critical decisions during overnight hours
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Heart City Health Clinic
Elkhart, IN
11.2020 - 06.2023
- Provided primary care, focusing on women's health and chronic condition management
- Diagnosed and treated reproductive health and gynecological concerns, collaborating with gynecologists and midwives
- Managed chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma with personalized care plans
- Conducted physical exams, screenings, and preventive care, including BCCP program services
- Educated patients on managing chronic conditions, reproductive health, and lifestyle modifications
ICU Nurse
Memorial Hospital
South Bend, IN
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Delivered care to patients with neurosurgical and neurological injuries in critical care
- Assisted physicians with procedures like line insertion, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, and thoracentesis
- Managed induced hypothermic coma, post-stroke (TPA), and post-craniotomy care
- Monitored cerebral hemodynamics and titrated sedation, neuromuscular agents, and pain medications
ICU Nurse
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center
Mishawaka, IN
02.2014 - 01.2018
- Delivered age-appropriate care to adult and geriatric ICU patients, including ventilator-dependent individuals
- Managed vasoactive agents, antiarrhythmics, and neuromuscular blocking agents
- Assisted in airway management, PA catheters, and CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy)
- Responded to rapid response and code blue situations, acting quickly and efficiently
- Focused on terminal care, ensuring patient comfort and quality of life
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
Goshen, IN04.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
Goshen, IN05.2011
Certificate of Nursing -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
South Bend, IN05.2011
Skills
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- Medical Issues Management
- Women's Health and Exams skills
- Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation
- Admitting and Discharging Procedures
- Problem-Solving Skills
- EHR documentation
- Treatment planning
- Clinical decision making
- Data analysis
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Reliable and responsible
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
- Coalition of Advanced Practice Nurses
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner, American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Certificate of Prescriptive Authority, State of Indiana
- Certificate for Controlled Substance with DEA, State of Indiana
- American Heart Association ACLS for Providers
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED)
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Proficiency
- Registered Nurse License, State of Indiana
- Family Nurse Practitioner, State of Indiana
- Prescriptive Authority, State of Indiana
- Controlled Substance with DEA, State of Indiana
References
- Dr. Asad Kizilbash, Midwest Hospitalists, 50593 Arborwood Ct, Granger, IN, 46530, 541-944-4247, akizilbash@midwesthospitalists.org
- Peter Mugetha, NP, Heart City Health Center, Elkhart, IN, 574-333-8664
- Brandy Robertson, NP, Extended Care Specialists, INC, Fort Wayne, IN, 574-999-0216, brandymlogan@yahoo.com
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
kikuyu
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
Woodlawn Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Nocturnal Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Heart City Health Clinic
11.2020 - 06.2023
ICU Nurse
Memorial Hospital
02.2019 - 06.2020
ICU Nurse
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center
02.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Goshen College
Certificate of Nursing -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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