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Erika Lynd
Newark,OH
Summary
Registered nurse with strong background in critical care environments, equipped to handle high-stress situations and complex patient needs. Excel in team collaboration, adapting quickly to evolving circumstances and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Known for reliability, empathy, and strong communication abilities that enhance patient care and team efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Licking Memorial Hospital
07.2021 - Current
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with professionalism.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
Patient Care Associate
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted with various diagnostic procedures such as drawing blood samples, obtaining EKG readings, and collecting urine specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Increased staff efficiency by training new Patient Care Associates on best practices, policies, and procedures within the unit.
- Performed patient mobility services by turning, lifting, moving and repositioning patients.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and further develop skills as a Patient Care Associate.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH05-2021
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous medication administration
- Coaching and mentoring
- Procedure support
- Electronic charting
- Medical histories and assessments
- Documentation and reporting
- Task and work prioritization
- Healthcare team collaboration
Certification
ACLS
ASLS
2024 LMH Patient Experience Award
Nominated by a coworker for outstanding patient care; recognized by LMH President and board of directors.
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Licking Memorial Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Patient Care Associate
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
05.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cedarville University
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