Amy Erickson
Clayton,WI
Summary
Registered Nurse with over twenty years of nursing experience as a staff RN. Dedicated, patient focused, task driven and hardworking professional who is interested in expanding my work experience in the field of nursing. My career has been dedicated to Mental Health, however I look forward to exploring other areas in nursing. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
United Hospital
07.2018 - 10.2023
- Provided direct care to patients with Mental Health, Chemical Dependency and acute medical situations on Adult Mental Health Unit and Mental Health Suite in Emergency Department.
- Worked closely with Psychiatrists, Medical Providers, Nurse Practitioners, Therapists, Social Workers, and Mental Health Crisis Counselors.
- Proficient with Epic Computer System.
- Administered all routes of medications.
- Promptly administered medication and respond to any behavioral crisis on unit.
- Provided therapeutic communication and counseling on 1:1 basis.
- Assessed and treat patients promptly and proficiently within scope of practice.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
RN
Amery Hospital & Clinic
11.2011 - 05.2017
- Provided direct care to patients with dementia, mental health and acute medical situations on Geriatric Unit.
- Worked closely with Psychiatrists, Medical doctors, Occupational Therapist and Social Workers; proficient with Epic Computer System.
- Administered all routes of medication.
- Promptly administered medication and responded to any behavioral crisis situation on unit.
- Provided therapeutic communication and counseling on 1:1 basis.
- Assessed and treated patients within scope of practice.
Behavioral Health Nurse
Cumberland Memorial Hospital
11.2002 - 12.2006
- Behavioral Health Nurse on inpatient unit.
- Provided direct patient care.
- Worked closely with Psychiatrists and Medical doctors on unit.
- Administered all routes of medication.
- Able to promptly deliver medications and respond to any behavioral crisis.
- Provided therapeutic communication, education and counseling on 1:1 basis; promptly and accurately assessed and treated patients within scope of practice.
- Created Individualized Care Plans and thoroughly documented patient progress in medical records.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Chemical Dependency RN
Saint Joseph Hospital- LE Phillips Libertas Center
10.2000 - 10.2002
- Charge nurse on Chemical Dependency Unit.
- Administered all routes of medication.
- Provided direct patient care to detox patients; Also provided nursing service to adult and juvenile units there for extended treatment.
- Provided therapeutic counseling and education on 1:1 basis; prompt and accurate assessment and treatment of patients within scope of practice.
- Worked closely with Chemical Addiction Doctor and proficient with Famis Computer system.
Education
Associate - Nursing
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
Shell Lake, WI1999
BS - Liberal Arts-Art and Psychology
University of Wisconsin
River Falls, WI1992
High School Diploma -
Cameron High School
Cameron, WI1987
Skills
- RN
- WI and MN Nursing License
- Behavioral Health
- Medical/Geriatric Nursing
- Mental Health Counseling
- Medication Administration
- CPR Certification
- I am a dedicated and compassionate healthcare professional with needed clinical skills in the Mental Health and Chemical Dependency field of nursing
- Valued interpersonal and therapeutic communication skills
- Accuracy with electronic patient medical files and history; strong documentation skills and very organized
- Recognized as an excellent care provider and advocate
- Demonstrates leadership, problem solving and conflict resolution that enhance the cohesiveness on a healthcare team
- Provides experienced nursing care within my scope of practice
Timeline
Staff Nurse
United Hospital
07.2018 - 10.2023
RN
Amery Hospital & Clinic
11.2011 - 05.2017
Behavioral Health Nurse
Cumberland Memorial Hospital
11.2002 - 12.2006
Chemical Dependency RN
Saint Joseph Hospital- LE Phillips Libertas Center
10.2000 - 10.2002
Associate - Nursing
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College
BS - Liberal Arts-Art and Psychology
University of Wisconsin
High School Diploma -
Cameron High School
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