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Elyssa Collins

Jefferson,SD

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

UnityPoint St Lukes
06.2023 - 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.

Clinical Decision Unit LPN

UnityPoint St Lukes
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.

Patient Care Technician

MercyOne
03.2020 - 09.2022
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA
05.2023

Skills

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

Timeline

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

UnityPoint St Lukes
06.2023 - Current

Clinical Decision Unit LPN

UnityPoint St Lukes
08.2022 - 06.2023

Patient Care Technician

MercyOne
03.2020 - 09.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Western Iowa Tech Community College
Elyssa Collins