Erin Dietz
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Skilled in team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Mentored new nurses, enhancing team proficiency. Known for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
05.2018 - Current
- Provided a high level of quality care to diverse populations in a fast-paced emergency room setting, assessing and treating patients with acute illnesses and injuries.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing triage level of incoming patients, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed the complex care of critically ill and injured patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as intubation, sedation, cardioversion, central line placement, and chest tube insertion.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Cardiopulmonary Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center 7N
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Charge Nurse for 38 bed unit.
- Monitored and interpreted cardiac rhythms, promptly identifying any abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among nursing staff members based on expertise level or experience.
- Mentored new nurses, fostering a supportive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adjusting dosages according to patient needs and response to therapy.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation in electronic health records, facilitating clear communication among the entire healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and lifestyle modifications.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA12-2012
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Kaplan University
Cedar Falls, IA08-2011
Skills
- EKG interpretation
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Mandatory reporter (Child Abuse/ Dependent Adult)
- Strong clinical judgment
- Acute care expertise
- Medical procedure preparation
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award 2024
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Cardiac Life Support Certification (PALS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
05.2018 - Current
Cardiopulmonary Registered Nurse
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center 7N
08.2013 - 05.2018
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Cardiac Life Support Certification (PALS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hawkeye Community College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Kaplan University
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