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Emily Pickens

Hilliard

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 5 years of experience in healthcare delivering comprehensive patient care and fostering trusting relationships with diverse populations. Dedicated to collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Op/PACU/RN Circulator

Bradenton Surgical Center
02.2025 - Current
  • Administer medications and IV fluids, monitor reactions, side effects and adverse effects.
  • Monitor and record vital signs of patients
  • Utilize EMR charting to maintain information about medicine administered, responses and blood loss for procedures.
  • Maintain sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
  • Evaluate patients to detect contraindications before anesthesia or scheduled surgery.
  • Coordinate and consult with healthcare teams to plan, implement, assess and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Record observations, patient assessments and progress as well as physician's orders
  • Perform pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
  • Assist physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educate family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Registered Nurse

Pediatric Physicians, Inc
06.2024 - Current
  • Administer immunizations, ensuring patient safety and adherence to medical guidelines.
  • Record patient vitals and assessments, aiding in treatment planning.
  • Submit prior authorizations, reducing patient wait times for treatments.
  • Optimized in-office lab procedures, improving diagnostic accuracy, and reducing turnaround time for critical patient results.
  • Enhanced triage call system, providing rapid, empathetic support and reducing unnecessary emergency room visits through effective patient guidance.

Registered Nurse

Riverside Methodist Hospital
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Deliver individualized care to 2-3 patients per shift, ensuring effective treatment and safety.
  • Administer medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular routes, closely monitoring patient responses.
  • Conduct thorough patient assessments, promptly notifying physicians of changes and initiating interventions.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cases.
  • Promote safety by adhering to infection control protocols and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Meticulously document patient progress, vital signs, and medication responses, ensuring accurate records for continuity of care and legal compliance.
  • Foster interdisciplinary teamwork to develop tailored treatment plans, addressing complex patient needs and enhancing overall care quality.

Pre-Licensed Clinical Extender

Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Record patient vitals and assist with ambulation, ensuring accurate documentation and patient safety.
  • Stock patient rooms and check code carts, maintaining readiness for emergencies.
  • Streamlined patient admission procedures through efficient IV starts and foley catheter insertions. Consistently maintained fully stocked code and hemorrhage carts.
  • Conduct precise blood gas analyses from newborn umbilical cords, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and contributing to timely interventions in neonatal care.
  • Assist in cesarean cases and labor inductions, collaborating seamlessly with medical teams to enhance delivery room efficiency and ensure positive outcomes.

Patient Care Technician

Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
05.2019 - 01.2024
  • Monitor patient vitals, report changes, ensuring timely medical intervention and improved outcomes.
  • Assist patients with daily activities, enhancing comfort and satisfaction.
  • Document patient intake and dietary needs, ensuring accurate records and proper nutrition.
  • Identify and report physical, emotional changes, facilitating prompt care and treatment.
  • Support patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, streamlining hospital operations.

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH
12.2023

Associate of Arts - undefined

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
06.2006

Skills

  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient-centered care
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Performing EKGs
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Administering immunizations
  • Documentation and charting
  • Postoperative care
  • Surgical preparation
  • IV insertion

Certification

  • NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification, 05/01/24
  • BLS - Basic Life Support certification, 11/01/23

Timeline

Pre-Op/PACU/RN Circulator

Bradenton Surgical Center
02.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Pediatric Physicians, Inc
06.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

Riverside Methodist Hospital
03.2024 - 06.2024

Pre-Licensed Clinical Extender

Riverside Methodist Hospital
06.2023 - 02.2024

Patient Care Technician

Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
05.2019 - 01.2024

Associate of Arts - undefined

Columbus State Community College

Associate Degree - Nursing

Central Ohio Technical College

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