Eric Simmons
Pontiac,MI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Mclaren Oakland Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and strong clinical judgment. Committed to fostering a positive environment while mentoring new staff and advocating for patient needs.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mclaren Oakland Hospital
06.2022 - 10.2025
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Provided patient education on health management, promoting adherence to prescribed treatments.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize care interventions.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate data entry and real-time patient monitoring.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Emergency Room Technician
Mclaren Oakland Hospital
10.2010 - 10.2022
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical condition, ensuring timely treatment and support.
- Assisted healthcare providers during trauma cases, enhancing patient outcomes through efficient teamwork.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes promptly, facilitating rapid decision-making for treatment plans.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of emergency room equipment and supplies, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient transfers, improving overall care continuity.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
EMT-Basic
Star EMS
06.2004 - 06.2018
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical conditions.
- Operated advanced life support equipment during transport to medical facilities.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans and ensure effective communication.
- Trained and mentored new EMT staff on protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI05-2022
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- EMR systems
- Emergency response
- EMR / EHR
Certification
TNCC
BLS
ACLS
PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mclaren Oakland Hospital
06.2022 - 10.2025
Emergency Room Technician
Mclaren Oakland Hospital
10.2010 - 10.2022
EMT-Basic
Star EMS
06.2004 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Oakland Community College
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