Erikka Elsbury
Mentor,OH
Summary
Competent and caring Registered Nurse offering seven years of coordinating and carrying out patient care in high-volume hospital environments. Demonstrated performing with speed and accuracy to assess patients, deliver treatments and delegate tasks. Proven history of advocating for patient needs and fostering top-quality care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATION
Mentor, OH
05.2023 - Current
- Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patients' progress in the medical record.
- Administered medications safely within scope of practice according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Performed nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac diagnoses such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by implementing infection control measures in accordance with hospital policy guidelines.
- Developed collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists.
Registered Nurse
University Hospitals
Willoughby, OH
04.2017 - 05.2023
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
STNA
Visiting Angels Home Care
Mentor , Ohio
08.2014 - 04.2017
- Demonstrated respect for patient rights and privacy while providing care services.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding of patients who required assistance.
- Provided basic patient care, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs, such as pulse rate, respiration and temperature.
- Performed routine medical tasks, such as taking blood pressure and changing dressings.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care was provided at all times.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH12-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Multitasking
- Basic Life Support
- ACLS
- NIHS Stroke Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATION
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
University Hospitals
04.2017 - 05.2023
STNA
Visiting Angels Home Care
08.2014 - 04.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lakeland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
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