Ellen Chapman
Charleston
Summary
Compassionate Critical Care Nurse with background in providing care in high-stress environments. Skilled in rapidly assessing patient conditions and developing immediate care plans. Strengths include effective communication, teamwork, and ability to stay calm under pressure. Contributed to improved patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and proactive interventions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse 3 ICU
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals
South Charleston
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Facilitated communication with care team members to ensure consistency and continuity of care across shifts.
- Operated and maintained life support systems and other medical equipment with precision and care.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals
06.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Traveling Critical Care Registered Nurse
Pleasant Valley Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by providing compassionate, patient-centered care in high-stress situations.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate communication and ensure continuity of care during travel assignments.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Coordinated timely patient transfers between units or facilities, ensuring seamless continuity of care during transitions.
Internal Travel Registered Nurse
Vandalia Health
Charleston, WV
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Adhered to infection control protocols while performing assigned tasks.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Adapted to different hospital units and practices, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
- Provided palliative and end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to appropriate healthcare professionals promptly.
Registered Nurse Cardiopulmonary Intensive Care
Charleston Area Medical Center
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
BridgeValley Community And Technical College
Charleston, WV11.2020
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- Critical care management
- Medication administration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy
- Electronic health records management
- HIPAA Education
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- End of life care
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIH Stroke Scale
Timeline
Registered Nurse 3 ICU
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals
02.2025 - Current
Internal Travel Registered Nurse
Vandalia Health
09.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals
06.2023 - Current
Traveling Critical Care Registered Nurse
Pleasant Valley Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Cardiopulmonary Intensive Care
Charleston Area Medical Center
01.2020 - 02.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
BridgeValley Community And Technical College