Emma Nagel
Parker,CO
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a history in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven 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. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Medical Center Of Aurora
Aurora, CO
10.2022 - Current
- 40-bed ICU at a level 2 trauma center located in an urban setting.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Operated critical care equipment to keep patients stable and promote recovery.
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on the cultural backgrounds of different patients.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Administration Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
Peterson SFB, CO
08.2017 - Current
- Supporting 300+ military personnel in administrative actions including performance reports, accountability, adverse actions, and orders processing.
- Maintained access and use of military programs including UTAPS, MILPDS, vPC, PRDA, and databases.
- Managed unit records program. Ensured 20+ offices are following AFI compliance.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of new administrative procedures.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Boulder Community Hospital
Boulder, CO
07.2021 - 10.2022
- 17-bed ICU at a level 2 trauma center.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to nurse, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds, and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Participated in departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve a higher standard of patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing
Denver, CO09.2022
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Stroke Scale Certified
- Patient Advocacy - Speaking out in the patient's interest ensuring quality, well-rounded care is being performed
- Quality Improvement Activities - Catheter care to prevent urinary tract infections and central line care to prevent central line-associated infection Routine mobility/repositioning of patients to prevent pressure injuries
- Critical Care Assessments - Rapid assessment of the critically ill patient Including assessment of invasive patient care equipment (ART lines, ventilators, temporary pacemakers, chest tubes, ect)
Accomplishments
- Airman of the Quarter | Runner Up | 2020
- Maintenance Support Professional of the Year | Runner Up| 2020
- Air and Space Outstanding Unit Award
- Air Force Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Medical Center Of Aurora
10.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician, ICU
Boulder Community Hospital
07.2021 - 10.2022
Administration Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
08.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Denver College of Nursing