Erin Bolin
Cedar Falls,IA
Summary
Compassionate and highly skilled Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse with extensive experience providing critical care to premature and medically fragile newborns. Demonstrates expertise in neonatal resuscitation, comprehensive assessment, and clinical decision-making within high-acuity environments. Recognized for delivering individualized, family-centered care through effective interdisciplinary collaboration, clear communication, and emotional support, resulting in improved patient outcomes and enhanced family satisfaction. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and evidence-based practice.
Overview
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1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Cedar Falls, Iowa
11.2014 - Current
- Provide high-acuity, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill neonates, including premature and high-risk infants, resulting in optimized clinical outcomes and patient safety.
- Perform comprehensive neonatal assessments, identifying subtle clinical changes and initiating timely interventions in collaboration with the care team.
- Assist with complex procedures such as intubation and lumbar punctures while maintaining sterile technique and procedural safety.
- Partner with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop, implement, and adjust individualized plans of care.
- Build therapeutic relationships with families through clear communication, emotional support, and education throughout NICU hospitalization.
- Serve as a mentor and resource to newly hired nurses, reinforcing unit standards, best practices, and clinical competence.
- Maintain strict adherence to infection prevention protocols and regulatory standards in a high-risk clinical environment.
Mother/Baby Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Cedar Falls, IA
11.2014 - Current
- Deliver individualized, family-centered care to postpartum mothers and newborns, supporting recovery, bonding, and safe transition to home.
- Provide comprehensive education on infant care, breastfeeding/lactation, postpartum recovery, treatments, and follow-up needs.
- Rapidly assess and respond to emergent maternal or neonatal conditions, implementing appropriate interventions to ensure safety and stability.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote holistic care delivery and contribute to quality improvement initiatives within the Mother–Baby unit.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing/Education
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO 06.2024 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Cedar Falls, IAAssociate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Cedar Fall, IASkills
Neonatal Critical Care
- Advanced care of premature and medically fragile neonates
- Neonatal resuscitation (NRP), cardiopulmonary monitoring, phototherapy
- Feeding tube management and developmental care
Clinical Judgment & Safety
- Rapid assessment and early recognition of neonatal deterioration
- Prioritization and decision-making in high-acuity settings
- Infection prevention and patient safety compliance
Vascular Access & Therapies
- Peripheral IV management, PICC line care, umbilical catheter support
- Safe blood product administration and IV therapy monitoring
Interdisciplinary & Family-Centered Care
- Collaborative practice with physicians, RTs, and care teams
- Parent education, emotional support, and discharge preparation
Leadership & Professional Practice
- Precepting and mentoring new nurses
- Unit-based collaboration and quality improvement participation
Certification
- Neonatal Recitation Program (NRP)
- Basis Life Support (BLS)
- Mandatory Reporter
- S.T.A.B.L.E
- Cardiac S.T.A.B.L.E
- Preceptor Courses
- 500 Preceptor Hours - Allen College Students
Timeline
Master of Science - Nursing/Education
Northwest Missouri State University
06.2024 - 10.2025
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
Mother/Baby Registered Nurse
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
11.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University