Erin Ettwein
Vicksburg,MI
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bronson Methodist Hospital
Kalamazoo, MI
11.2012 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Registered Nurse
Borgess Hospital
Kalamazoo, MI
01.2008 - 11.2012
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse
Biofuse Wellness and Performance
Portage MI
09.2024 - Current
Education
LPN - Nursing
Glen Oaks Community College
Kalamazoo, MI05-2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
* BLS
* ACLS
* NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Biofuse Wellness and Performance
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bronson Methodist Hospital
11.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse
Borgess Hospital
01.2008 - 11.2012
LPN - Nursing
Glen Oaks Community College