Emily Derickson RN, BSN

• Provided comprehensive nursing care for high-risk obstetric patients across antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum settings.
• Managed complex maternal conditions including preeclampsia, preterm labor, gestational diabetes, and hemorrhage risk.
• Competent functioning as primary RN and circulating nurse in the obstetric operating room for scheduled and emergent C-sections.
• Performed continuous electronic fetal monitoring with accurate interpretation and timely escalation of care.
• Collaborated with OB providers, anesthesia, NICU, and surgical teams to optimize maternal–fetal outcomes.
• Delivered trauma-informed, compassionate care to patients and families during emotionally complex and high-stress situations.
• Advocated for patient-centered, evidence-based obstetric care across the perinatal continuum.

• Provided emergency nursing care in a Level I Trauma Center, managing adult and pediatric patients with acuity ranging from urgent care to ICU-level.
• Rapidly assessed, stabilized, and treated critically ill and injured patients, including trauma activations, medical resuscitations, and high-risk presentations.
• Demonstrated advanced critical thinking and prioritization in high-volume, high-pressure situations.
• Utilized advanced monitoring equipment and evidence-based interventions to support accurate diagnosis and timely treatment.
• Initiated large-bore IV access, ultrasound-guided IVs, and intraosseous (IO) access for patients requiring emergent vascular access.
• Collaborated seamlessly with physicians, trauma surgeons, respiratory therapy, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintained composure and clinical excellence during simultaneous competing priorities, contributing to improved patient safety and reduced complications.

Assisted with ADLs, wound care, vital signs, feedings, and medication administration for elderly patients, including hospice care.

• Monitored patient conditions, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
• Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients and visitors.
• Documented patient observations accurately to support clinical decision-making.
• Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient care strategies and protocols.

• Documented complete patient encounters in adult and pediatric emergency departments.
• Developed strong medical terminology knowledge and charting accuracy with Epic.
• Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline documentation processes.