Ericka Lewis-Taylor
Dallas,TX
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in ENT and post-operative care, specializing in airway management and rapid recognition of clinical deterioration. Proven ability to manage high-acuity patients, prioritize under pressure, and intervene decisively in critical situations. Prepared to transition into the Emergency Department and contribute immediately in a fast-paced, high-demand environment while continuing to advance expertise in trauma and emergency care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, TX
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered proficient nursing care for high acuity post-operative ENT patient's with Head/Neck cancer.
- Monitored and maintained airway safety for total laryngectomy and fresh tracheostomy patient's.
- Provided comprehensive tracheostomy care including suctioning, site care and monitoring airway complications.
- Provided meticulous monitoring and care for fresh post-operative flap patient's including hourly neurovascular and flap viability assessments while managing multiple lines, surgical drains and monitoring of equipment to ensure early detection of complications and provide best patient outcomes.
- Recognized and escalated early signs of complications such as hemorrhage, respiratory distress, and infection
- Monitored and stabilized post-surgical patients, ensuring safe recovery and preventing deterioration
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory and speech therapists, and surgical teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Educated patients and families on tracheostomy care, wound care, and post-discharge recovery
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Richardson, TX06-2023
Skills
- Tracheostomy and Total Laryngectomy care
- Advanced Airway management and monitoring in emergency response
- Post-operative Head & Neck cancer and Bariatric care management
- Nasogastric Tube insertion
- Emergency Response
- Catheter insertion and maintenance
- Wound care and Wound Vac removal
- Multitasking in high-volume, fast paced settings
- Adaptability to unpredictable clinical situations
- EMR competent in EPIC systems
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) License- Texas (1127205)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2023-present
Accomplishments
DAISY Award Honoree (10, 2025)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baylor University Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University