Erin Lord-Adem
Winterset,IA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a love of teaching others and a broad knowledge base. Experienced in many different environments which has cultivated a unique & flexible skill set including direct patient care, triage and care coordination, and teaching others. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently pursues excellence in all aspects of nursing career.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Unity Point Methodist West Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations .
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives and the Unit-based Council.
Nurse Educator
Tacoma Community College
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Taught lab skills for 2nd year nursing students.
- Graded assignments and evaluated student performance.
- Prepared and delivered lab theory lectures.
- Used Canvas Educational Software Programs.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Medical Center
09.2012 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with department team to provide emergency care for all ages of patients at a Level II Trauma Center
- Triaged patients appropriately using the ESI Triage System
- Maintained multiple certifications & participate in continuing education
- Trained new staff and students rotating through the department
- Participated in performance improvement initiatives.
Nurse Educator
Pacific Lutheran University
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Taught laboratory skills using current standards of practice.
- Taught online senior seminar class using Zoom.
- Facilitated online discussions and graded presentations using grading rubric.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to enrich student learning.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities to meet specified outcomes.
- Used Sakai Educational Software Program.
Nurse Educator
Tacoma Community College
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Graded assignments & evaluated student performance.
- Communicated with team regarding student performance concerns and collaboratively designed action plans for individuals as needed.
- Prepared and delivered lectures.
- Used Blackboard & Canvas Educational Software Programs.
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Medical Center
09.2004 - 09.2012
- Cared for critically ill patients with a variety of medical and surgical conditions
- Monitored cardiac patients using telemetry and managed external pacers.
- Assessed & communicated changes in patient condition to providers.
- Pioneered post-residency mentorship program for new graduates entering critical care.
Burn ICU and General Care Registered Nurse
Regions Hospital Burn Center
09.2003 - 09.2004
- Provided both intensive care and general care for pediatric and adult burn patients from admission to discharge
- Performed wound care for chemical, electrical, and thermal burns as well as frostbite, traumatic tissue injury, exfoliative disorders, and necrotizing soft tissue infections
- Administered conscious sedation for pediatric and adult patients.
Medical-Surgical-Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Fairview Riverside Hospital
08.2000 - 09.2003
- Provided care for adult and pediatric patients with a variety of medical and surgical conditions
- Performed charge nurse duties: assignment allocations, training new staff, troubleshooting problems on the floor, and being a resource for new staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Glenwood Retirement Village
06.1996 - 08.1999
- Provide direct care for 10 to 20 residents in a long-term care setting
- Rotate between the low need, high need, & memory care areas.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Educator -
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH12.2018
Certificate in Global and Public Health Nursing - undefined
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH12.2016
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing - undefined
Calvin College
Grand Rapids, MI05.2000
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN05.1996
Skills
- Collaboration
- Clinical Judgement
- Flexibility
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Patient and Family Support
Volunteer Experience
- Mercy Ships, Volunteer Nurse – PACU, Ward, and Charge Nurse, 2007, 2012, 2013, Liberia, Togo, Republic of Congo - Cared for pediatric and adult patients in the recovery room, burn surgical, and maxillofacial surgical units. Served as relief charge nurse when need arose.
- Ghana Emergency Nurse Program, Visiting Nurse Educator, 2015, Kumasi, Taught for a fledgling emergency nurse program initiated by the University of Michigan and Project Hope.
Honors and Awards
- DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, 2016 -for superior clinical skill and compassion for patients and families.
- Spirit of Inquiry Award, 2019 - for creative and innovative thinking throughout the MSN course of study @ Cedarville University.
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Unity Point Methodist West Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Nurse Educator
Tacoma Community College
01.2023 - 06.2023
Nurse Educator
Pacific Lutheran University
08.2020 - 12.2020
Emergency Department Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Medical Center
09.2012 - 07.2023
Nurse Educator
Tacoma Community College
01.2007 - 01.2012
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
St. Joseph Medical Center
09.2004 - 09.2012
Burn ICU and General Care Registered Nurse
Regions Hospital Burn Center
09.2003 - 09.2004
Medical-Surgical-Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Fairview Riverside Hospital
08.2000 - 09.2003
Certified Nursing Assistant
Glenwood Retirement Village
06.1996 - 08.1999
Certificate in Global and Public Health Nursing - undefined
Cedarville University
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing - undefined
Calvin College
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Alexandria Technical College
Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Educator -
Cedarville University
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