Erica Cronin
Haverhill,MA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Compassionate RN, ICU with specialization in critical care nursing, adept at managing high-stress situations and delivering patient care efficiently. Possess strong skills in patient assessment, emergency response, and advanced cardiac life support. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, ICU
Brigham's & Women's Hospital
Boston, MA
08.2022 - Current
- Served as a preceptor for new RN staff members by providing orientation on unit protocols and standards of practice.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care by facilitating family meetings and providing support during difficult times.
- Received specialized training in critical care management techniques such as hemodynamic monitoring or ventilator management.
- Facilitated communication between patients and families and healthcare providers throughout the course of their stay.
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult diagnoses or life-threatening illnesses.
Registered Nurse, School Nurse
City of Haverhill
Haverhill, MA
09.2008 - Current
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Registered Nurse, ICU/CCU
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
04.2019 - 08.2022
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Registered Resource Nurse, ICU
Boston Medical Center Hospital
Boston, MA
09.2013 - 10.2018
- Prioritized nursing care after evaluating patients and determining severity of illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Cared for patients recovering from procedures and provided personalized daily assistance.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lawrence General Hospital
Lawrence, MA
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Started IV's and drew blood work.
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Holy Family Hospital Methuen
Methuen, MA
07.2010 - 09.2013
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Registered Nurse, PICU
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
07.2009 - 10.2010
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Monitored patients before, during and after conscious sedation.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Registered Nurse,SICU
Lahey Clinic
Burlington, MA
07.2005 - 05.2010
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis College
Weston, MA05.2005
Skills
- BCLS
- ACLS
- Culturally sensitive
- Epic EHR Management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- IABP
- CRRT
- Charge Experience
Timeline
RN, ICU
Brigham's & Women's Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU/CCU
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
04.2019 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Lawrence General Hospital
06.2016 - 11.2017
Registered Resource Nurse, ICU
Boston Medical Center Hospital
09.2013 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse, PACU
Holy Family Hospital Methuen
07.2010 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse, PICU
Massachusetts General Hospital
07.2009 - 10.2010
Registered Nurse, School Nurse
City of Haverhill
09.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse,SICU
Lahey Clinic
07.2005 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Regis College
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