Dynamic Emergency Room Registered Nurse with an eclectic background who has extensive experience at UM Health - Sparrow, skilled in trauma nursing and patient stabilization. Proven ability to mentor new staff and enhance team efficiency. Proficient in ultrasound-guided IV insertion and advanced cardiovascular life support, ensuring high-quality emergency care in critical situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UM Health - Sparrow
06.2023 - Current
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and providers' orders.
Monitored vital signs and responded to changes in patient conditions.
Assessed, treated, and stabilized critical medical and trauma patients as part of an interdisciplinary team in the Resuscitation Bays.
Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Served as a department resource for specialized procedures, including iStat draws, arterial draws, and ultrasound-guided IV starts.
Emergency Medical Technician
Clinton Area Ambulance Service Authority
12.2018 - Current
Delivered high-quality emergency medical care in pre-hospital settings.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure efficient patient transport and treatment.
Administered medications and performed advanced life support procedures during emergencies.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine immediate medical needs.
Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
Contributed to a positive work environment by providing mentorship and support to new EMTs entering the field.
Responded to wide range of emergency calls, from traffic accidents to acute medical conditions, demonstrating versatility and quick-thinking.
Supported patient recovery process through effective communication with healthcare professionals at receiving facilities regarding treatment plans and further care requirements.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI
05-2023
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
Teaching Certificate - Mathematics And Physics
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
Skills
Emergency care
Patient assessments
Ultrasound Guided IV insertion
Arterial Draws
iStat Draws
Trauma nursing
Airway management
Patient stabilization
Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
Advanced cardiovascular life support
Trauma nursing core course (TNCC)
Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC)
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UM Health - Sparrow
06.2023 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Clinton Area Ambulance Service Authority
12.2018 - Current
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Lansing Community College
Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction
Andrews University
Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Mechanical Engineering