Emily Kauffman
Ashmore,IL
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in triage assessment, critical thinking, and team collaboration. Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads while ensuring patient safety and effective communication with families to enhance care outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
Mattoon, IL
06.2016 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and safety standards.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on triage protocols.
- Coordinated with support staff to maintain efficient workflow in the emergency department.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Reviewed laboratory results promptly for accuracy and followed up on abnormal findings with physicians.
- Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
- Identified potential risks or complications during treatment processes and took appropriate corrective action.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
EMT-Basic
Dunn's Ambulance Service
Mattoon, IL
10.2014 - 06.2016
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Provided basic life support, including CPR and first aid interventions.
- Maintained equipment readiness and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately for medical records and reporting.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families during emergencies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL05-2016
High School Diploma -
Paris High School
Paris, IL05-2005
Skills
- Triage assessment
- Patient education
- Emergency care
- IV medication administration
- High level of autonomy
- Emergency response
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
- Compliance standards
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Staff training
- IV drug therapy management
- Documentation and charting
- Advanced life support
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
06.2016 - Current
EMT-Basic
Dunn's Ambulance Service
10.2014 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Lake Land College
High School Diploma -
Paris High School