Erika V Walker
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Admissions Nurse
Baptist MemorialHealth Care Corporation
01.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively scheduling pre-admissions appointments and procedures.
- Identified potential risks or complications during pre-admission evaluations, resulting in proactive interventions and improved outcomes.
- Provided thorough medication reviews for patients, leading to safer administration during hospital stays.
- Evaluated medical histories for completeness, identifying any missing information or inconsistencies that required follow-up prior to admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
COVID Nurse Navigator
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Assisted in the development of nurse navigation program, streamlining patient care coordination.
- Facilitated timely access to care by coordinating appointments, tests, and procedures for patients across various healthcare systems.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Established strong relationships with community organizations and healthcare providers to expand the network of support for patients.
- Scheduled appointments and follow-up appointments for patients.
- Built partnerships with local and state-wide agencies to assist with patient testing.
- Facilitated timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing, and reported test results to interdisciplinary team.
Charge /Staff Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery
Baptist Memorial Hospital Care Corporation
09.2009 - 01.2020
- Obtained proper surgical consent for procedure.
- Initiated IVs and administered medications and completed pre-op preparation as ordered by the physician
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
Staff Nurse - PRN /On-Call Nurse
Camellia Home Hospice
07.2005 - 08.2011
- Provided skilled nursing care to terminally ill patients in the comfort of their home.
Charge / Staff Nurse, CV / PV Surgery
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
09.2003 - 09.2009
- Fulfilled the role of charge nurse by supervising 5 RNs and 9 STs while coordinating the surgery schedule with surgeons, anesthesia, and the OR control desk
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Prepared / sanitized rooms before and after surgical procedures and assisted surgeons during operations with medical equipment
- Kept work area clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying areas for waste reduction without compromising patient care quality.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Supported colleagues with skill development and career development opportunities.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members in achieving performance goals.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Charge / Staff Nurse, General and CV Surgery
University Of MS Medical Center
11.2000 - 09.2003
- Fulfilled the role of charge nurse by managing 16 ORs, supervising 20 RNs, 20 STs, and 8 ancillary staff members on the evening and night shift while coordinating the surgery schedule with surgeons and anesthesia.
- Same staff / circulator nurse duties as performed at BMHCC.
Charge / Staff Nurse, Med / Surg, Trauma, OB-GYN
University Of MS Medical Center
06.1998 - 11.2000
- Fulfilled the role of charge nurse by supervising 4 RNs, 2 LPNs, 2 CNA, and 1 ancillary staff member on a 28 bed unit.
- Oversaw staff assignments, patient care, emergency response, and managed patient / family crises as charge nurse.
- As staff nurse, executed all phases of care of patients with pre-op and post-op diagnoses.
- Assessed patient's condition, administered medications and treatments, maintained patient's charts, and carry out plan of care as ordered by the physician.
- Preceptor for new employees and nursing students.
Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical / Diabetic Unit
Mississippi Baptist Health Systems
01.1998 - 06.1998
- Executed all phases of care of patients with med-surg, trauma, diabetic diagnoses on a 28 bed unit.
- Assessed patient, administered medications, maintain patient charts, and carried out plan of care as ordered by the physicians.
Claims Examiner
MS Department Of Rehabilitation Services
09.1996 - 12.1997
- Audited claims of those who applied for disability in the state of MS.
- Determined, with assistance of staff physician, if claimant me criteria to receive disability benefits.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alcorn State University
Natchez05.1997
No Degree - Nursing
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS1993
High School Diploma -
Kosciusko Senior High School
Kosciusko, MS05.1991
Skills
- Patient education
- Policy adherence
- Empathy and compassion
- Conflict resolution
- Care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Staff supervision
- Healthcare ethics
- Electronic health records
- Decision-making
- Patient advocacy
- Cultural competence
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- IV insertion and management
- Discharge planning
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Patient safety
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Accurate Documentation
- Test Interpretations
- Training Staff
- Delegation and Motivation
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
Certification
BLS - expire 2025
Timeline
Pre-Admissions Nurse
Baptist MemorialHealth Care Corporation
01.2022 - Current
COVID Nurse Navigator
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
01.2020 - 10.2022
Charge /Staff Nurse, Ambulatory Surgery
Baptist Memorial Hospital Care Corporation
09.2009 - 01.2020
Staff Nurse - PRN /On-Call Nurse
Camellia Home Hospice
07.2005 - 08.2011
Charge / Staff Nurse, CV / PV Surgery
Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
09.2003 - 09.2009
Charge / Staff Nurse, General and CV Surgery
University Of MS Medical Center
11.2000 - 09.2003
Charge / Staff Nurse, Med / Surg, Trauma, OB-GYN
University Of MS Medical Center
06.1998 - 11.2000
Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical / Diabetic Unit
Mississippi Baptist Health Systems
01.1998 - 06.1998
Claims Examiner
MS Department Of Rehabilitation Services
09.1996 - 12.1997
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alcorn State University
No Degree - Nursing
Mississippi State University
High School Diploma -
Kosciusko Senior High School
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