Erin Bolin
Cedar Falls
Summary
Accomplished Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse at MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, adept in central line care and providing emotional support. Enhanced patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practices. Trained new staff, significantly improving NICU efficiency and safety. Expert in premature infant care, consistently prioritizing developmental needs and family-centered approaches.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, monitoring patients for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing emotional support throughout their infant''s NICU stay.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill neonates.
- Supported breastfeeding mothers by providing lactation assistance and education on breast milk expression techniques for their hospitalized infants.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients, identifying subtle changes in condition that required medical intervention or modification of treatment plans.
- Assisted with complex procedures such as intubation, umbilical line placement, and lumbar punctures to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by providing extensive education on infant care and supporting parents during their NICU journey.
- Actively participated in daily rounds with physicians, offering insights on patient progress from a nursing perspective to inform decision-making processes.
- Anticipated potential complications related to prematurity or critical illness by staying current on industry best practices through continuing education opportunities.
- Reduced infection rates through strict adherence to infection control protocols and diligent hand hygiene practices.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Mentored new nurses in the NICU, fostering a supportive environment for learning and professional growth.
Mother/Baby Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with medical procedures such as epidurals, cesarean sections, and neonatal resuscitations when necessary.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to quickly identify and respond to emergency situations, prioritizing patient safety and wellbeing.
- Administered medications as prescribed while diligently observing for adverse reactions or side effects.
- Assisted lactation consultants in addressing breastfeeding challenges faced by new mothers, offering guidance on latch techniques and positioning.
- Provided emotional support to families experiencing high-risk pregnancies or neonatal issues, fostering a sense of trust and understanding.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to mothers and newborns.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Monitored vital signs closely during procedures or treatments, intervening swiftly when necessary to maintain patient stability.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient care quality and effectiveness.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing/Education
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Cedar Falls, IA06.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Cedar Fall, IA06.2014
Skills
- Central Line Care
- Family-centered care
- Premature infant care
- Developmental care
- Emotional Support
- Intravenous therapy
- Feeding Tube Care
- Phototherapy
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Cardiopulmonary Monitoring
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter Care
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Umbilical Catheterization
- Task and Work Prioritization
Timeline
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
Mother/Baby Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing/Education
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
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