Erica Everson
Parker,CO
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate nursing leader. Adept in clinical leadership and compassionate care. Excell in regulatory compliance and patient advocacy, significantly enhancing patient care. Skilled in mentoring staff and streamlining operations, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellence in fast-paced environments. Well-versed in recruiting, training and managing employees to provide exceptional resident services. Highly organized and hardworking with excellent planning and program management skills. Licensed in Colorado.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Advent Health Mansfield
10.2023 - Current
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Reduced patient transfer delays by establishing effective communication channels between the emergency department and other hospital units.
- Assisted physicians in providing accurate diagnoses during high-pressure scenarios using expert clinical knowledge combined with exceptional problem-solving abilities.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during traumatic events, utilizing active listening skills and offering emotional support when needed.
Nursing House Supervisor
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 03.2024
- Served as a liaison between hospital administration and nursing staff, advocating for improvements that positively impacted patient care delivery.
- Exemplified strong leadership skills by serving as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance and support throughout their onboarding process.
- Promoted a safe working environment for nursing staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
- Streamlined communication between departments for better patient care and timely treatment.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in nursing procedures, leading to improved patient outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction by implementing efficient nursing schedules and staff assignments.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations through thorough documentation and adherence to protocols.
- Enhanced nursing staff performance by conducting regular training sessions and providing constructive feedback.
- Championed interdisciplinary teamwork across various units within the hospital, resulting in a more cohesive and collaborative care approach.
- Maintained strong knowledge of current industry trends and best practices, attending professional development workshops regularly.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, addressing concerns and providing updates on their loved ones'' conditions.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Centura Health
05.2010 - 02.2015
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
Nursing Supervisor
St. Vincent's Hospital
10.2007 - 05.2010
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
- Managed staffing needs efficiently by creating flexible schedules that maximized coverage during peak times without exceeding budget constraints.
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Porter Adventist
08.2004 - 08.2008
- Provided compassionate care for patients from diverse backgrounds while advocating for their individual needs in collaboration with other healthcare providers.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient interactions according to established guidelines while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and physicians, promoting effective communication and timely resolution of concerns or issues.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Swedish Medical Center
01.2006 - 10.2007
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current with best practices in the rapidly evolving field of critical care nursing.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Denver Health Medical Center
09.2000 - 08.2005
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, COBachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2014
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Policy Enforcement
- Department management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Education
- Self Motivation
- Training staff
- Clinical Leadership
- HIPAA Compliance
- Care Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Employee Supervision
Certification
- Registered Nursing License - 2014-present
Timeline
Emergency Room Charge Nurse
Advent Health Mansfield
10.2023 - Current
Nursing House Supervisor
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
06.2012 - 03.2024
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Centura Health
05.2010 - 02.2015
Nursing Supervisor
St. Vincent's Hospital
10.2007 - 05.2010
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Swedish Medical Center
01.2006 - 10.2007
Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Porter Adventist
08.2004 - 08.2008
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Denver Health Medical Center
09.2000 - 08.2005
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Arapahoe Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Practice
Western Governors University
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