Erica Allen
Harper Woods,MI
Summary
To obtain a position as a nursing professional that will allow for the utilization and enhancement of my acquired skills in patient care and health promotion. Knowledgeable and proactive ICU Registered Nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Calm and insightful during stressful situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
DMC
2024.05 - Current
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to 1-2 patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ascension
2023.06 - 2024.05
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed caseload of 4-5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
LPN Nurse Supervisor
Heartland HCR/Promedica
2017.03 - 2023.01
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring clean and safe environments for patients and staff.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Worked at least 64 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Professional Skills Institute
Maumee, OH08.2024
Diploma in Nursing -
Everest Institute
Southfield, MI07.2013
High school or equivalent - General education
Renaissance High School
Detroit, MI06.2007
Skills
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Take initiative
- Case Management
- Experience Administering Injections
- EMR Systems
- Tube Feeding
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Intravenous therapy
- Neurological monitoring
- Advanced Life Support
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
DMC
2024.05 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ascension
2023.06 - 2024.05
LPN Nurse Supervisor
Heartland HCR/Promedica
2017.03 - 2023.01
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Professional Skills Institute
Diploma in Nursing -
Everest Institute
High school or equivalent - General education
Renaissance High School
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
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