Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
09.2013 - 05.2017
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Trinity Health Hospital
07.2012 - 06.2013
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. John Macomb Hospital
11.2011 - 07.2012
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Metro Health Hospital University of Michigan Health
05.2008 - 09.2011
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Assisted in training and mentoring of new nursing staff, ensuring high standards of care.
Provided critical support in mass casualty incidents, demonstrating ability to perform under pressure.
Reduced patient wait times with efficient triage processes.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hope College
Holland
05.2008
Skills
Patient Assessment
Trauma Nursing
Medication Administration
Critical Thinking
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
09.2013 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Trinity Health Hospital
07.2012 - 06.2013
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
St. John Macomb Hospital
11.2011 - 07.2012
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Metro Health Hospital University of Michigan Health
RN Supervisor/Assistant Manager at St John Macomb Hospital (2007-2023), Ascension Hospital (2023-2024), Henry Ford Health (2024-current)RN Supervisor/Assistant Manager at St John Macomb Hospital (2007-2023), Ascension Hospital (2023-2024), Henry Ford Health (2024-current)