Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Military Service
Certification
Timeline
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Erin L. Hinkle

Erin L. Hinkle

Tell City

Summary

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and clinical experiences. Experienced Registered Nurse with 15 years of hands-on experience and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Rotation Experience

UofL Health-Heart Hospital
08.2024 - Current

180 Hours in Advanced Heart Failure

225 Hours in Cardiovascular Surgery-will complete in May 2025

280 Hours in Cardiovascular ICU-will complete in Aug 2025

  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless coordination of care for patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
  • Assisted APRNs in conducting thorough examinations for accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.

Registered Nurse, Advanced Heart Failure/LVAD/Heart Transplant

UofL Heath Jewish Hospital/ Heart Hospital
05.2021 - 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Registered Nurse, Short Term Rehabilitation

Signature HealthCARE at Hillcrest
06.2016 - 09.2021
  • Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention, and moral

Registered Nurse, Short Term Rehabilitation

Concord Health Systems
10.2015 - 05.2016
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Registered Nurse, Surgery, Circulating Level II

Owensboro Health
06.2010 - 05.2014
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Southern University
Evansville, IN
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY
05.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Owensboro Community & Technical College
Owensboro, KY
05.2010

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY
05.2003

Skills

  • Cerner, EPIC
  • Precepting, Staff Supervision
  • Critical Thinking and Chronic Disease Management
  • Direct Patient Care and Patient Advocacy

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
  • The Society of Collegiate Leadership and Achievement
  • Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing

Military Service

United States Air Force Reserve, 2004-2012 

     Airmen of the Year, 2008

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Timeline

Clinical Rotation Experience

UofL Health-Heart Hospital
08.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Advanced Heart Failure/LVAD/Heart Transplant

UofL Heath Jewish Hospital/ Heart Hospital
05.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Short Term Rehabilitation

Signature HealthCARE at Hillcrest
06.2016 - 09.2021

Registered Nurse, Short Term Rehabilitation

Concord Health Systems
10.2015 - 05.2016

Registered Nurse, Surgery, Circulating Level II

Owensboro Health
06.2010 - 05.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Owensboro Community & Technical College

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Lindsey Wilson College

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Southern University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northern Kentucky University
Erin L. Hinkle