Erin P. O'Brien
Medford,MA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse experienced in delivering optimal patient care and support within diverse healthcare settings. Developed comprehensive post-treatment plans in collaboration with patients and medical teams, enhancing quality of care. Focused on patient education and advocacy to promote informed health decisions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical Center, Brighton
Brighton, Massachusetts
11.2023 - Current
- Managed care for patients in 28-bed mixed intensive care unit, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Provide critical care to medically, surgically, neurologically and cardiac complex patients.
- Evaluated patient health status in a clinical setting. and updated nursing care plans
- Administered medications and monitored treatment responses
- Coordinated care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Recorded patient assessments in electronic health records to maintain accurate and up-to-date medical documentation.
- Responded to urgent changes in patient status
- Supported infection control and patient safety protocols
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Registered Nurse
Winchester Hospital
Winchester, MA
12.2021 - 11.2023
- Delivered nursing care to medically complex patients, ensuring safety and compliance with treatment plans.
- Delivered specialized patient care in Telemetry and Medical Surgical unit.
- Functioned as charge nurse, overseeing care for up to 23 patients and guiding staff.
- Facilitated effective communication with providers to coordinate patient care and address critical needs.
- Managed and troubleshot equipment including CBIs, chest tubes, G-tubes, and PICC lines to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed peritoneal dialysis for patients with renal conditions.
- Educate patients and family members on medications and disease processes.
Registered Nurse
Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc
Plymouth, MA
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Delivered comprehensive patient care as an RN at Charles River Community Health Center.
- Conducted RN visits to assess blood pressure, manage diabetes, provide newborn care, administer birth control injections, and deliver vaccinations.
- Provided registered nurse support during patient consultations to enhance care quality. to providers during patient consultations.
- Utilized mobile application to accurately document patient details.
- Served as a registered nurse in a community healthcare setting, delivering patient care. at Commonwealth Care Alliance.
- Conduct RN visits to evaluate blood pressure, Diabetes management, newborn visits, birth control injections, vaccinations, etc.
- Conducted pre/post assessments for clients receiving vaccines to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Triage incoming phone calls from patients and outside providers.
Registered Nurse
RCM Health Care Services
New York, NY
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Conducted Covid-19 testing to support public health efforts.
- Facilitated tester registration and login for efficient workflow.
- Prepared and packaged samples for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Conducted swab testing and provided explanations for sputum testing.
- Collaborated with team members at Ginkgo Bioworks to execute testing protocols.
Registered Nurse
Millennium Travel Nursing
Boston, MA
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Administer dialysis treatments in 6-station setting and provide bedside dialysis for critically ill patients in emergency room or ICU.
- Continuously monitor and assess patients, promptly reporting abnormalities to renal fellow for timely intervention.
- Collaborate with colleagues to deliver comprehensive care for all patients in the unit.
Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Provide dialysis treatments in both the the 11 station unit, in the ICU's and Emergency Rooms based on the individual situation.
- Effectively communicate with both the renal fellows/NPs and attending physicians throughout the treatment. Provide updates to the primary RN both pre and post treatment and as needed.
- Routinely communicated with the resource nurses, vascular access coordinators, and the rest of the renal team to ensure the patients receive the most efficient, quality care.
- Execute plasmapheresis procedures to support patient health.
- Provided comprehensive training to new staff members to ensure proficiency in their roles.
- Collaborated with resource nurses, vascular access coordinators, and renal team to optimize patient care quality and efficiency.
Registered Nurse
DaVita
Medford, MA
10.2011 - 01.2015
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to dialysis patients in a 16-station outpatient dialysis unit.
- Facilitated ongoing communication with health care team, including facility administrator, clinical coordinator, medical director, social worker, and dietitian, to enhance patient care.
- Delegate to the CCHTs and supervise their care, working as a team on a daily basis.
- Maintain monthly progress notes on a selected number of primary care patients.
- Maintain records of monthly education that was provided to all of the in-center patients.
Charge Nurse
Dialysis Clinic, Inc
Somerville, MA
01.2005 - 09.2011
- Supervised RNs and CCHTs in 16-station outpatient dialysis clinic serving over 100 patients, ensuring high-quality care.
- Provide direct patient care, with continuous communication amongst the healthcare team, and actively participating in Monthly Care Plan meetings.
- Coordinated with Vascular Access Coordinators across multiple hospitals/clinics to secure optimal vascular access and enhance dialysis treatment for patients.
- Provide support and coverage for the clinic in the absence of Nurse Manager.
- Provided support and operational coverage for clinic during Nurse Manager absences, maintaining continuity of care.
RN/Charge Nurse
Fresenius , North Suburban Dialysis Center
02.2003 - 01.2005
- Supervise PCTs and CCHTs in delivering dialysis treatments, fostering team collaboration.
- Collaborate with care team members to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication.
- Administer dialysis treatments in 16-station unit, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State College
Salem, MASkills
- ICU care
- ACLS/BLS certified
- TNCC certified
- Telemetry monitoring
- Dialysis treatment modalities
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- EPIC/Meditech charting
- Epic charting
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical Center, Brighton
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Winchester Hospital
12.2021 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc
03.2021 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse
RCM Health Care Services
11.2020 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse
Millennium Travel Nursing
07.2020 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
DaVita
10.2011 - 01.2015
Charge Nurse
Dialysis Clinic, Inc
01.2005 - 09.2011
RN/Charge Nurse
Fresenius , North Suburban Dialysis Center
02.2003 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State College