Elizabeth Parks
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in emergency settings, known for delivering high-quality patient care and handling acute medical situations proficiently. Valued for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments. Proven skills in critical thinking, patient assessment, and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Westover Hills ER
07.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple acuity patients in high volume ED while upholding patient safety standards
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, cardiac arrests, strokes and other medical emergencies
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians and other members of the care teams to coordinate effective patient care including case management
- Cared for patients in acute care setting including minor illnesses, chest pain, and acute traumas
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
- Consistently exceeded performance metrics related to quality of care delivery, time management, and customer service within the emergency department.
Charge RN
Christus Medical Center ER
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Collaborating with house supervisor, case management, and command center to assign appropriate beds/arrange transfers for patients, including mental health placement
- Addressing patient and family concerns, safety issues, daily staffing assignments, and other department needs
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Spohn Shoreline ER
10.2016 - 04.2022
- Managed multiple acuity patients in high volume ED while upholding patient safety standards
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, cardiac arrests, strokes and other medical emergencies
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians and other members of the care teams to coordinate effective patient care including case management
- Cared for patients in acute care setting including minor illnesses, chest pain, and acute traumas
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma or medical emergencies, ensuring a positive and compassionate environment.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
- Reduced wait times and improved patient satisfaction by effectively managing resources and coordinating with ancillary departments.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
RN, Emergency Department
Code 3 ER
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Rural emergency care ranging in minor illness/injury to chest pain and trauma transfers needing timely transfer to higher level of care
- Acted as a patient advocate by effectively communicating their needs to the healthcare team and ensuring appropriate follow-up care was arranged.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
RN Floor Nurse
CHRISTUS Spohn Memorial Hospital
06.2015 - 10.2016
- Utilized Meditech to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications and discharge instructions.
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Facilitated timely discharges through efficient coordination with case managers, social workers, and physicians.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington12.2019
Associate degree - Nursing
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX05.2015
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient stabilization
- Advanced life support
- Emergency care
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Care coordination
Certification
- TNCC
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
- ENPC not current
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Westover Hills ER
07.2023 - Current
Charge RN
Christus Medical Center ER
04.2022 - 07.2023
RN, Emergency Department
Code 3 ER
12.2019 - 04.2020
RN, Emergency Department
Christus Spohn Shoreline ER
10.2016 - 04.2022
RN Floor Nurse
CHRISTUS Spohn Memorial Hospital
06.2015 - 10.2016
Associate degree - Nursing
Del Mar College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
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