Erin Lynch
New York,NY
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center, excelling in patient advocacy and compassionate care. Highly dedicated and experienced, with a strong passion for teaching and leading healthcare teams. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing patient satisfaction through effective healthcare team collaboration, and adapting to unit policy changes, including the implementation of new drips and remote telemetry. Adept at remaining calm under pressure and skillfully handling difficult patients in high-stress situations and skilled in crisis intervention to improve clinical outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
03.2019 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, providing valuable training and orientation to the units policies and clinical best practices, focusing on compassionate guidance to support the onboarding process.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health
08.2016 - 03.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed caseload of six patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA05.2016
Skills
- Central Line Management
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Patient Advocacy
- Chest Tube Management
- Compassionate Care
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Cardiac monitors
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Additional Information
- Charge Nurse: Efficiently managed daily unit operations, coordinated patient care activities, and provided leadership and support to nursing staff to ensure high standards of care and smooth workflow.
- Preceptor: Successfully mentored and trained new nursing staff, providing comprehensive orientation and ongoing support to facilitate their integration into the unit and enhance their clinical skills.
- Active Member of the R4 Committee: Contributed to the R4 (Review, Reassessment, and Redesign) committee by participating in discussions and initiatives aimed at improving patient care protocols and unit efficiency.
- Active Member of Unit Council: Engaged in Unit Council meetings to address and resolve unit-specific issues, collaborate on policy updates, and implement strategies for improving overall patient care and staff satisfaction.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
03.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health
08.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Boston College
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
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