Erica Clayton
Salisbury,MD
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over twenty-four years of nursing experience specializing in pediatric care and community health. Skilled in direct inpatient pediatric nursing care and the education of children and their family members. Enjoys educating patients and participating in community outreach which includes working with patients from a variety of diverse cultural backgrounds to assist them with available community resources. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Pediatrics
Tidal Health Peninsula Regional
Salisbury, MD
12.2008 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in a fast-paced hospital setting.
- Facilitate medication management and monitor patients for side effects.
- Initiate emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Monitor patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.
- Perform diagnostic procedures such as venipunctures, immunizations, and lab draws according to physical orders and plan of care.
- Document patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Educate families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Provide emotional support to children and families during challenging times.
- Train new nursing staff on pediatric care standards and hospital policies.
- Utilize age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Support family members throughout the course of a child's illness by providing emotional support.
- Implement infection control measures within the pediatric unit environment in order to reduce risk of transmission.
- Assist with coordination of discharge planning activities ensuring continuity of care post hospitalization.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, therapists and dieticians to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving patient care processes.
- Implement strategies to reduce patient anxiety and fear, utilizing age-appropriate communication and interventions.
- Collaborate with social services to address non-medical needs of patients and families, ensuring comprehensive support.
Community Health Nurse II
State of Maryland - Worcester County Health Dept
Snow Hill, Maryland
11.2002 - 12.2008
- Conducted home visits and health assessments for at-risk pregnant women and newborns, identifying and addressing specific health needs.
- Developed and implemented targeted health education programs for pregnant women and children under two, improving knowledge and health outcomes.
- Assessed community health metrics to inform program development and improve outreach efforts.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and services.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Provided support during community health outreach events to promote wellness initiatives.
- Implemented strategies for improving access to primary care services in underserved communities.
- Provided home visits to assess patient's medical history, current condition, and prescribed treatments.
- Supported family planning clinics, std and HIV screenings, immunization clinics, and birth control administration, enhancing community access to essential health services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD05-2001
Biology - Undergraduate Studies
Lee University
Cleveland, TNSkills
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Medication management
- Education and training
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Infection control measures
- Care coordination
- Age-appropriate communication
- Emotional support techniques
- Family education
- Pediatric nursing care
- Effective communication
- Immunization administration
- Direct patient care
- Physical assessment
- Electronic health records
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
AHA (American Heart Association) - PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
AHA (American Heart Association) - BLS (Basic Life Support)
AHA (American Heart Association) - BLS (Basic Life Support)
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Pediatrics
Tidal Health Peninsula Regional
12.2008 - Current
Community Health Nurse II
State of Maryland - Worcester County Health Dept
11.2002 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salisbury University
Biology - Undergraduate Studies
Lee University