Erin Shmidt
Public Relations And Communications Professional
Dublin,OH
Summary
Well-qualified public relations professional successful at multitasking, problem-solving and organizing. Experience with the public government and healthcare sector where hard work, resourcefulness and collaborative spirit contributed to overall success.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
OHIO DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
COLUMBUS, OH
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Coordinated with Ohio Department of Administrative Service (ODAS) agency and Governor’s Office on media quote requests on tight timeline.
- Worked on annual report for ODAS including copy editing, graphic design and photo layout.
- Served on multiple agency groups, including as representative for Governor’s Residence and Heritage Garden Committee and Avian Flu Committee.
- Maintained proactive media relations program by distributing news releases for placement, building strong relationships and monitoring all forms of media.
- Managed websites and social media accounts applying communication strategies and branding to maintain consistent voice and presence.
- Wrote press releases, talking points and and responses to requests for information.
- Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
LEGISLATIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE
OHIO HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COLUMBUS, OH
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Gathered support for bills and amendments from other members and worked with committees on legislation. Chaired Criminal Justice Committee and worked with local law enforcement, interested parties and Ohio Supreme Court on upcoming bills and testimony.
- Answered constituent letters and assisted constituents on state and local matters.
- Provided information on and generated ideas for press, mass mailings, and newsletters.
Communications Fellowship
Ohio Legislative Service Commission
Columbus , IA
12.2000 - 12.2001
- Created unified messaging of public relations efforts in conjunction with public relations campaigns by working closely with House Majority communication peers.
- Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters and press releases for internal or external audiences.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Prepared member speeches for community events.
Memorial Tournament 2001 Will Call/VIP Chair
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Dublin , Ohio
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions and alternatives within appropriate timeframes, and followed up to achieve resolution.
- Built golfer, PGA professionals, and Nationwide Children Hospital relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs and resolving problems.
- Maintained client files with sales records, records of client interactions, client notes, and other information in tandem with HNS Sports.
- Organized daily workflow and assessed appropriate staffing to provide optimal service.
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT
DUBLIN METHODIST HOSPITAL
DUBLIN, OH
01.2020 - Current
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Sustaining Member
BUTTERFLY GUILD MEMBER WITH NATIONWIDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Columbus , Ohio
01.2018 - Current
- Participated in Butterfly Guild annual professional theater production for hospice and palliative care patients at NCH raising $56,000.
- Volunteered at Columbus Marathon’s Angel Mile honoring and celebrating pediatric patients who have finished their race.
- Planned and organized special events, solicited corporate sponsorships and set up matching gift donations to reach financial targets.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT
RIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITAL
COLUMBUS, OH
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Helped improve hygiene and foley care KPI goals in tandem with healthcare team.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Won quarterly unit for healthcare achievement.
Education
bachelor of arts -
Evangel University
08.1997 - 01.2001
Skills
Relationship building
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Hobbies
Running, family time, cooking and reading.
Timeline
Memorial Tournament 2001 Will Call/VIP Chair
Nationwide Children's Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2021
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT
DUBLIN METHODIST HOSPITAL
01.2020 - Current
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT
RIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITAL
01.2019 - 03.2020
Sustaining Member
BUTTERFLY GUILD MEMBER WITH NATIONWIDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
01.2018 - Current
PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
OHIO DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
01.2003 - 01.2005
LEGISLATIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE AIDE
OHIO HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
01.2001 - 01.2003
Communications Fellowship
Ohio Legislative Service Commission
12.2000 - 12.2001
bachelor of arts -
Evangel University
08.1997 - 01.2001
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