Emily Ewertz
Port Orchard,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Emergency Department, Allenmore Hospital, MultiCare Health Systems
08.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in conditions for timely interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity and urgency.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Implemented triage protocols, optimizing patient flow during high-volume periods in the emergency department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Evaluated patient outcomes, identifying areas for improvement in emergency response strategies.
- Improved workflow efficiency by streamlining triage processes in high-stress environments.
OR Fellow
Tacoma General Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
Registered Nurse Traveler
Olympic Medical ED, Employed Through Nomad Health
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Communicated with members of healthcare team to support early intervention.
- Supported, educated and comforted patients and families during emergency room experience, resulting in beneficial patient outcomes and positive impact on treatment.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Registered Nurse Traveler
Skagit Valley ED, Employed Through Uniti Med
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed care of adult and pediatric patients experiencing life-threatening problems, requiring complex assessment, high-intensity therapies and interventions.
- Filled gaps in staffing needs for hospitals and facilities across country to relieve shortage of registered nurses in ER.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Registered Nurse Traveler, Emergency Department
Wenatchee Valley ED, Employed Through Nomad Health
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
- Demonstrated adaptability by excelling at completing nursing responsibilities despite an extremely short orientation period at a new facility.
- Utilized new and different equipment and procedural protocols with minimal instruction.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Allenmore Hospital, Multicare Health Systems
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Implemented interventions, including medication administration and peripheral intravenous line placement, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided care to patients experiencing acute psychotic episodes using deescalation techniques and safe application of physical restraints as necessitated to prevent harm to patient and staff.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Maintained patient satisfaction using creative and therapeutic strategies focused on addressing patient needs and resolving concerns.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Harrison Medical Center, CHI Franciscan Health
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals after implementation of various nursing and medical interventions
- Learned and excelled in placement of peripheral intravenous lines
- Provided care to infants and children, including blood draws, intravenous line placement, and placement of urinary catheters for sterile collection
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Joseph Medical Center, CHI Franciscan Health
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to patients daily.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Kaplan College
San Diego09.2014
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy
- Chronic Disease Management
- Precepting
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Triaging
- Preventative Health
- Acute Care Expertise
Certification
- Unencumbered Registered Nurse Licenses in California and Washington State
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Emergency Department, Allenmore Hospital, MultiCare Health Systems
08.2023 - Current
OR Fellow
Tacoma General Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse Traveler
Olympic Medical ED, Employed Through Nomad Health
08.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse Traveler
Skagit Valley ED, Employed Through Uniti Med
05.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse Traveler, Emergency Department
Wenatchee Valley ED, Employed Through Nomad Health
12.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Allenmore Hospital, Multicare Health Systems
02.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Harrison Medical Center, CHI Franciscan Health
06.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Joseph Medical Center, CHI Franciscan Health
01.2016 - 06.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Kaplan College