Elizabeth A. Edwards
Family Nurse Practitioner
Powhatan,VA
Summary
A compassionate patient advocate and highly skilled family nurse practitioner master’s degree from Old Dominion University with planned board-certified testing scheduled for July, 2021. Current doctoral candidate at Old Dominion University. . Empathetic, focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 5 years of critical and emergency nursing experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Overview
7
7
Certifications
7
7
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Critical Care Transport Team
Bon Secours-Mercy Health
Richmond, VA
08.2019 - Current
- Quarterly intubations and simulations for obstetrics, neonates, and cardiac arrhythmias with physician supervision.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
- Worked with physicians, nurses, technicians and respiratory therapists to formulate, implement and modify individual care plans.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bon Secours- Mercy Health- St. Francis
Midlothian, VA
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Member of Service Excellence Committee for Bon Secours-Mercy Health.
- DAISY award nominee (September 2018 and May 2019)
- Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and safety of patients and families.
- Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, behaviors and physiological status of patient.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, interventions and lifestyle changes.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Johnston Willis ED
Midlothian, VA
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, interventions and lifestyle changes.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Stroke and Trauma Certified
- Triaged patients by reviewing symptoms and advising on best treatment plan to facilitate patient care while minimizing impact on healthcare system.
Nationally Registered Paramedic Emergency Room
HCA Johnston-Willis Hospital
Midlothian, VA
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Adhered to established medical protocols and procedures, as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
EMS- Field Coordinator
Old Dominion EMS Alliance, ODEMSA
Midlothian, VA
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Update database of current EMS providers and EMS agencies with contact personnel.
- Critical Incident Stress Management team (CISM) coordinator.
- Provide support to local EMS agencies including training, CEU’s, and CISM support.
- Taught EMT-Basic classes.
- Conducted monthly staff meetings to communicate program needs and scheduled activities.
- Gave polished and professional presentations at meetings, field conferences, training workshops, and state wide symposiums.
Nationally Registered Paramedic
Johnston Willis ED- Nationally Registered Paramedic
Midlothian , VA
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Adhered to established medical protocols and procedures, as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Completed all medical reporting and documentation to transfer information from scene to hospital.
- Delegated life-saving tasks to provide comprehensive treatment to triaged patients in emergency situations.
Paramedic/ Critical Care Support Team
Medical Transport Incorporated, MTI
Richmond, VA
04.2013 - 10.2016
- Communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to achieve quality patient-centered care.
- Effectively prioritize patient care as well as assisting with patient interfacility transfers.
- Document patient care in Image Trend documentation system.
- Maintain cardiac monitoring, IV medication drips, Mechanical Ventilation during transport.
- Assisted in safe monitoring and treatments to mother, fetal, infant and NICU transports.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Responded rapidly to critical codes to coordinate stabilization treatments and restore vital functions.
Nationally Registered Paramedic
Southside Virginia Emergency Crew- Nationally Registered Paramedic
Petersburg, VA
09.2007 - 01.2017
- Promoted to rank of Captain
- Awarded 4 “stork awards” for successful vaginal deliveries in the field.
- Awarded “life save” award for successful resuscitation of patient with Return of Spontaneous Circulation (ROSC).
- Presenter for Petersburg Sheriff’s Department summer camp
- Adhered to established medical protocols and procedures, as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA 05.2021 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
08.2018 - 08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VA 01.2015 - 12.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VA 01.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Laboratory testing
Certification
American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR Certified EXP. 07.2022
Timeline
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nursing
Old Dominion University
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse- Critical Care Transport Team
Bon Secours-Mercy Health
08.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
08.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Bon Secours- Mercy Health- St. Francis
08.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
08.2018 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Johnston Willis ED
03.2017 - 11.2018
Nationally Registered Paramedic Emergency Room
HCA Johnston-Willis Hospital
09.2016 - 03.2017
EMS- Field Coordinator
Old Dominion EMS Alliance, ODEMSA
09.2016 - 11.2018
Nationally Registered Paramedic
Johnston Willis ED- Nationally Registered Paramedic
09.2016 - 03.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
John Tyler Community College
01.2015 - 12.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
John Tyler Community College
01.2015 - 05.2017
Paramedic/ Critical Care Support Team
Medical Transport Incorporated, MTI
04.2013 - 10.2016
Nationally Registered Paramedic
Southside Virginia Emergency Crew- Nationally Registered Paramedic
09.2007 - 01.2017
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