Elizabeth West
Milton
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with Compact Licensure and over two years of diverse clinical experience. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and a steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional patient care while actively seeking opportunities for professional growth in the healthcare field. Possesses a solid foundation in medical terminology and patient assessment, with a keen focus on continuous learning. Prepared to leverage critical thinking and effective communication skills in a Utilization Management role, contributing to improved patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Evergreen Family Health and Sports Medicine
Williston, VT
05.2025 - Current
- Performing Utilization review in a primary care setting creating health plans for our patients
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to triage patient calls effectively.
- Provided evidence-based recommendations for patient care based on clinical guidelines.
- Ensured comprehensive patient care by collaborating with healthcare providers across different facilities
- Administered medications following established protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and recovery processes.
- Maintained accurate patient records utilizing electronic health record systems for efficient documentation (ECW, EPIC)
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to triage patient calls effectively.
- Provided evidence-based recommendations for patient care based on clinical guidelines.
Staff Nurse
UVMMC Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Colchester, VT
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with care plans.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventative care.
- Assisted in conducting physical assessments and diagnostic testing procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems (EPIC).
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Assessed patient conditions to prioritize nursing care and ensure timely interventions.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Vermont State University
05.2024
Skills
- EHR system proficiency
- Creating individualized care plans
- Telephone assessment
- Medication administration
- Patient Education
- Collaboration with Healthcare Teams
- Prior approval coordination
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Clinical assessment
- Clinical symptom evaluation
- Evidence-based protocols
- Resource utilization
- EPIC, ECW navigation
- Documentation and reporting
- Utilization review
- Records analysis
Certification
- LPN License June 2023
- RN License (Compact License) June 2024
- BLS August 2024
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Evergreen Family Health and Sports Medicine
05.2025 - Current
Staff Nurse
UVMMC Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
07.2024 - 02.2025
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Vermont State University