Erin Rafferty
Portage,MI
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Practice Registered Nurse student. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Has shown dedication and to the collaborative team approach of care for Borgess Heart Institute patient population.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Structural Heart Clinic
Ascension Borgess Heart Institute
12.2019 - Current
- Collaborative team approach with APP Coordinator, Interventional Cardiologist, Cardiothoracic Surgeon to coordinate care for the patient population with structural heart disease
- Disease-process focus within the clinic: aortic valve disease, mitral valve disease and patient’s with non-valvular atrial fibrillation that require left atrial appendage closure
- Provides extensive patient education for all consultation appointments staffed by Interventional Cardiologist
- Areas of focus as an RN: disease process, diagnostic testing, inpatient procedures, coordination of care pre and post procedure.
Registered Nurse, Immediate Medical Care
Ascension Borgess Woodbridge Immediate Medical Care
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Triaging, managing primary nursing care, and reassessment for the ambulatory patient population from newborn to geriatric
- Skillfully identify high risk patients, and organize immediate transfer to higher level of care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Clinical Nurse Manager, Cardiac Short Stay/Cardiac Ultrasound
Ascension Borgess Medical Center
01.2017 - 10.2017
- Oversees daily staffing, Time & Attendance within Ansos, Payroll within Kronos
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Evaluated nursing staff's performance and developed education programs and professional development opportunities to improve individual and team competencies, clinical knowledge and delivery of care.
- Monitor unit budget and follow up monthly with variances.
Cardiopulmonary Staff Nurse, Cardiac Short Stay- Outpatient Unit
Ascension Borgess Medical Center
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Proficiently prepare pre/post procedural patients for cardiovascular labs and the echocardiogram department
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Cardiopulmonary Staff Nurse, Acute Inpatient Telemetry Unit
Borgess Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2016
- Education of patients and family members with emphasis on cardiopulmonary disease processes
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Clinical Nurse Leader
Western Michigan University School of Nursing
01.2011 - 04.2011
- Oversaw 12 junior-level bachelors’ prepared student nurses on a general medical unit at Borgess Medical Center.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MIMaster of Science - Nursing
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI04.2024
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Assessments
- Coordinating Referrals and Testing
Certification
MI RN License #4704261799
BLS certified
ACLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Structural Heart Clinic
Ascension Borgess Heart Institute
12.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Immediate Medical Care
Ascension Borgess Woodbridge Immediate Medical Care
10.2017 - 12.2019
Clinical Nurse Manager, Cardiac Short Stay/Cardiac Ultrasound
Ascension Borgess Medical Center
01.2017 - 10.2017
Cardiopulmonary Staff Nurse, Cardiac Short Stay- Outpatient Unit
Ascension Borgess Medical Center
05.2016 - 01.2017
Clinical Nurse Leader
Western Michigan University School of Nursing
01.2011 - 04.2011
Cardiopulmonary Staff Nurse, Acute Inpatient Telemetry Unit
Borgess Medical Center
06.2007 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Michigan
MI RN License #4704261799
BLS certified
ACLS certified
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