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Erica Taedif

Middletown

Summary

Operate effectively in fast-paced emergency settings to address concerns with acute and chronic conditions. Good communication, decision-making and prioritization skills useful for assessing and triaging patients to optimize department resource utilization. .

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Middlesex Hospital
Middletown
01.2022 - Current
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Trained other nurses as a preceptor on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
  • Mentored and instructed nursing and paramedic students in best practices for emergency care.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Facilitated discharge planning process to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
  • Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
  • Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Middlesex Hospital
Middletown
07.2020 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
  • Oversaw nursing operations on medical floor in the Charge position, maintaining compliance with hospital protocols.

Patient Care Technician

Middlesex Hospital
Middletown
06.2017 - 07.2020
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living and mobility support.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement patient care plans effectively.
  • Educated patients on health-related topics and post-discharge instructions.
  • Responded promptly to patient calls for assistance or medical needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT
08.2016 - 05.2020

RHAM High School
Hebron, CT

Skills

  • Epic charting
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Patient education
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership
  • Problem solving
  • SBAR communication

Certification

  • Ultrasound guided IV therapy

Committees

  • Pediatric Champions Committee
  • Nursing Night Council Committee

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Middlesex Hospital
01.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Middlesex Hospital
07.2020 - 01.2022

Patient Care Technician

Middlesex Hospital
06.2017 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Connecticut State University
08.2016 - 05.2020

RHAM High School

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