Erin Medina
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 11 years of experience in the hospital setting delivering comprehensive patient care. Expertise in Pediatrics as well as floating to various units. Currently working in the pediatric med/surg unit now for 3 years with advanced skills working with diverse patient populations ranging from newborn to adult women overflow. Here I have demonstrated the ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care in all aspects of the healthcare system. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessment and family education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
RN-Pediatrics
UCHealth at Parkview Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Cared for pediatric patients ranging in ages from newborn to 18 years
- Our unit here cares for adult women overflow from OBGYN/Postpartum as well as Med/surg overflow
- I am privileged to work alongside various providers ranging from Neonatal nurse practitioner, Family residents/interns, Pediatricians, Hospitalists, and various surgeons and specialists
- During my time here in pediatrics I have floated to Nursery and postpartum/GYN
- When census is low, I have floated to various med surg units in the hospital as well and took full a patient load
- Collaborated with various parts of the healthcare team to insure positive patient outcomes
- Reviewed and carried out provider orders
- Treated Neonatal abstinence syndrome patients as well as parents/caregivers
- Comfortable with various respiratory conditions requiring increase in oxygen demand such as heated high flow
- Educated patients and caregivers on various aspects for discharge including: formula recipes, suctioning procedures, medication administration, as well as education on diagnosis
- Increased parental satisfaction scores through consistent communication regarding their child''s progress and treatment plan.
- Facilitated smooth admission and discharge processes, ensuring clear communication with patients and families at every step.
- Assisted in the management of complex medical conditions, coordinating necessary tests and consultations with specialists.
- Provided age-appropriate patient assessments, identifying potential issues early on for timely intervention.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in pediatric nursing.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents and caregivers in decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans tailored to each child''s unique needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when faced with emergency situations, performing under pressure while maintaining patient safety as the top priority.
- Strengthened rapport between staff members and families, helping to establish trust and open lines of communication for improved patient care.
- Maintained detailed electronic health records to ensure accurate documentation of patient progress and treatments.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Ensured safe administration of medications, prioritizing accuracy and proper dosage calculations with weight based pediatric and infant medications
RN-Float
Parkview Medical Center
10.2016 - 06.2021
- Cared for patients in various medical units
- Units included, Med-surg, Pediatrics, Women's services, orthopedics, oncology, rehab, and Psych
- I have also been charge nurse on various Med-surg floors as well since January of 2020
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
Nursing Extern I & II
Parkview Medical Center
09.2015 - 10.2016
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience
- Attended to patients in various units in float pool, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of patient care
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkview Medical Center
01.2013 - 09.2015
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain an optimal environment
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous, efficient visit experience
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado State University-Pueblo
08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-Med)
Colorado State University-Pueblo
05.2012
High School Diploma -
Pueblo East High School
Pueblo, CO05.2007
Skills
- Team Work/collaboration
- Well rounded and Flexible
- IV Champion
- Charge Nurse experience
- Pediatric nursing care
- Neonatal care
- Respiratory support
- Child welfare management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Acute care expertise
- PALS/BLS certified
Timeline
RN-Pediatrics
UCHealth at Parkview Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
RN-Float
Parkview Medical Center
10.2016 - 06.2021
Nursing Extern I & II
Parkview Medical Center
09.2015 - 10.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Parkview Medical Center
01.2013 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado State University-Pueblo
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-Med)
Colorado State University-Pueblo
High School Diploma -
Pueblo East High School
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