Elizabeth Sill
Iuka,IL
Summary
Distinguished for elevating patient care at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, I excel in trauma nursing and patient assessments, ensuring swift, accurate treatment. My commitment to ethical practice and providing excellent care have significantly improved health outcomes. Renowned for strong clinical judgment and fostering trust with my patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Crossroads Community Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Clinic Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Convenient Care
03.2023 - Current
- Facilitated continuity of care by effectively communicating with primary healthcare providers regarding pertinent clinical findings and collaborating on optimal treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of each patient.
- Enhanced the efficiency of the clinic by coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, streamlining workflows, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Implemented effective time management strategies resulting in improved productivity levels without compromising quality or safety measures during daily operations.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing best practices for efficient patient care delivery while upholding high standards for professionalism within the clinic environment.
- Increased patient satisfaction with care received by actively listening to concerns, providing clear explanations about treatment plans, and addressing questions promptly.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
EMT-Basic
Clay County Hospital
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Facilitated seamless handoffs to hospital staff through comprehensive documentation and verbal reports of patient care provided during transport.
- Managed stressful situations calmly under pressure while maintaining composure to provide the best care possible for patients experiencing traumatic events.
- Assisted paramedics with advanced life support interventions when necessary, acting as an integral part of the emergency response team.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of protocols, procedures and medical advances.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Performed medical assessments, including airway management and splinting of fractures.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while documenting sensitive information regarding patients'' medical histories or treatment plans as per HIPAA regulations.
- Educated community members on basic first aid techniques through participation in outreach programs aimed at promoting public health awareness regarding emergency preparedness measures.
- Performed life-saving procedures such as CPR or defibrillation when necessary to stabilize patients before transport to hospitals for further treatment.
EKG Technician
SSM Good Samaritan
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Enhanced patient care by accurately performing EKG testing and analyzing results.
- Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of data between departments by uploading completed EKG reports into electronic medical records systems accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
SIUE
Edwardsville12-2025
Associate's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Frontier Community College
Fairfield, Il05-2022
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Trauma nursing (TNCC)
- Patient safety
- Patient stabilization
- Behavioral health care
- Condition monitoring
- Pediatric advanced life support
- EKG interpretation
- Medication administration
- Quality improvement
- Ethical practice
- Health promotion and education
- Infection control
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Psychosocial assessment
- Medical records management
- Care across all life spans and body systems
- Emergency triage
- Charting and clinical documentation
- EMR / EHR
- Student precepting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Maintaining and ensuring all personal patient data is secure (HIPPA)
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Crossroads Community Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Clinic Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Convenient Care
03.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
07.2022 - Current
EMT-Basic
Clay County Hospital
08.2018 - 06.2023
EKG Technician
SSM Good Samaritan
08.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
SIUE
Associate's Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Frontier Community College
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