ERIKA WILSON
Van Alstyne,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse with 8 years of progressive clinical experience spanning high-volume outpatient surgery and neonatal critical care. Skilled in pre-operative assessment, procedural support, and Phase II recovery for high-acuity patient populations. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, efficient surgical throughput, and unwavering commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice. Thrives in collaborative, team-based environments and confidently adapts to fast-paced Day Surgery and PACU settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Red River Oral Surgery
04.2024 - Current
- Perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments for diverse surgical populations, proactively identifying risks and implementing individualized care plans to optimize surgical readiness.
- Deliver skilled Phase II recovery care, monitoring airway stability, hemodynamics, pain control, and discharge criteria in alignment with ASPAN standards.
- Administer IV medications, moderate sedation, and post-anesthesia interventions with precision in a high-acuity, fast-paced surgical environment.
- Contribute to efficient surgical throughput while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols, resulting in smooth patient flow and high-quality clinical outcomes.
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of care across the perioperative continuum.
- Provide thorough patient and family education regarding post-operative care, medication management, infection prevention, and complication recognition to support safe recovery at home.
- Maintain accurate, compliant electronic health documentation while upholding regulatory standards and a culture of accountability.
Registered Nurse
Texoma Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2024
- Provided comprehensive care to critically ill and medically complex neonates in Level II/III NICU and newborn nursery settings.
- Performed detailed assessments of respiratory status, thermoregulation, feeding tolerance, glucose stability, and hemodynamic trends, initiating timely interventions to prevent complications.
- Managed neonatal emergencies including respiratory distress, hypoglycemia, sepsis risk, and post-delivery stabilization.
- Administered IV medications, antibiotics, phototherapy, and specialized feeding protocols with precision and adherence to evidence-based guidelines.
- Educated and supported families during high-stress situations, promoting bonding, safe newborn care practices, and discharge readiness.
- Collaborated with neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes for vulnerable patient populations.
- Maintained meticulous documentation and upheld strict infection control and safety standards in a high-acuity environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grayson College
Denison, TX12-2027
Associate Degree - Nursing
Grayson College
Denison12-2017
Skills
Perioperative & Recovery Care
- Pre-Operative Assessment & Surgical Readiness
- Phase II Recovery & Discharge Criteria (ASPAN-aligned)
- Airway & Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Moderate Sedation Monitoring
- Post-Anesthesia Care
- High-Acuity Patient Management
Emergency & Critical Care
- Rapid Clinical Intervention & Stabilization
- Neonatal & Adult Emergency Response
Professional Practice
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Efficient Surgical Throughput
- Patient & Family Education
- Preceptor & Clinical Mentorship
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- STABLE Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Red River Oral Surgery
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Texoma Medical Center
01.2018 - 04.2024
Associate Degree - Nursing
Grayson College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grayson College