Erica Godwin
Bonifay,US
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with expertise in acute care, operating room, and medical-surgical environments. Managed perioperative workflows and postoperative care for complex surgical populations, emphasizing safe and efficient patient transitions. Strong skills in clinical assessment, care coordination, and documentation. Transitioning to a remote Utilization Review or Case Management role to leverage clinical judgment and healthcare coordination experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lilly Aesthetics & Wellness
Bonifay, Florida
08.2025 - Current
- Provided RN services in medical aesthetics and wellness clinic specializing in IV hydration and GLP-1 weight loss therapy
- Conducted patient assessments and determined eligibility for treatment protocols
- Administered IV therapy and injectable medications per provider orders
- Monitored patient response and ensured safety during treatments
- Maintained documentation, consent compliance, and clinical protocols
OR RN Circulator-Charge Nurse
Doctor's Memorial Hospital
Bonifay, US
10.2023 - 08.2025
- Provided perioperative nursing care as OR Circulator across multiple surgical specialties including ortho, neurospine, general, ENT, pediatric, dental, and robotic surgery
- Ensured accurate clinical documentation and compliance with surgical safety standards and hospital protocols
- Coordinated intraoperative care with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe surgical workflow
- Served as Charge Nurse overseeing OR workflow, staffing coordination, and patient flow in a high-acuity setting
- Supported prioritization of cases, postoperative care coordination, and unit efficiency
RN Case Manager
CenterWell Home Health
Marianna, US
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed home health caseloads providing ongoing assessment and care coordination
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for medically complex patients
- Coordinated interdisciplinary services to support continuity of care and prevent readmissions
- Ensured accurate documentation and compliance with Medicare and insurance guidelines
- Facilitated transitions of care and patient/family education
Charge Nurse
Flower's Hospital
Dothan, US
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Served as Charge Nurse on acute care Med Surg unit specializing in postoperative ortho, neurospine, stroke/CVA, and general medical surgical patients
- Managed patient flow, staffing assignments, admissions, and discharges
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care and discharge planning for complex post-op patients
- Monitored patient status changes and escalated care needs appropriately
- Supported throughput, resource utilization, and continuity of care
RN Case Manager
NHC Home Health
Chipley, US
02.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed home health caseloads providing ongoing assessment and care coordination
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for medically complex patients
- Coordinated interdisciplinary services to support continuity of care and prevent readmissions
- Ensured accurate documentation and compliance with Medicare and insurance guidelines
- Facilitated transitions of care and patient/family education
LPN
Flower's Hospital
Dothan, US
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided direct patient care on Med Surg unit caring for postoperative ortho, neurospine, stroke/CVA, and general patients
- Performed medication administration, monitoring, wound care, and patient support
- Assisted with care planning, documentation, and discharge preparation
- Collaborated with RN team and providers to support continuity of care
- Gained progressive responsibility leading to RN advancement
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan
Dothan, ALSkills
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Documentation
- Clinical Assessment
- Discharge Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
- Clinical Decision Making
- Acute Care Nursing
- Resource Utilization
- Regulatory Compliance
- Care Transitions
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lilly Aesthetics & Wellness
08.2025 - Current
OR RN Circulator-Charge Nurse
Doctor's Memorial Hospital
10.2023 - 08.2025
RN Case Manager
CenterWell Home Health
04.2022 - 10.2023
RN Case Manager
NHC Home Health
02.2020 - 01.2021
Charge Nurse
Flower's Hospital
01.2019 - 04.2023
LPN
Flower's Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Associate Degree - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College-Dothan