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Josephine Erickson

Tyler,TX

Summary

Dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for new nursing professionals. Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Med-Surg-Oncology

UT Health Tyler
08.2023 - Current
  • Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
  • Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
  • Monitored patients closely for side effects and complications related to cancer treatments, intervening promptly when necessary to manage symptoms effectively.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
  • Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
  • Supported grieving families through bereavement counseling services and educational resources on coping mechanisms.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Aided with the training of new graduates and nursing students. Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.

Nurse Extern

UT Health Tyler
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Collaborated with my coworkers in caring for our patients' needs.
  • Learned bedside manner on a first-hand basis.
  • Created job stability for my future career.

Education

Master Of Science - Nursing Education

The Univeristy of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX
06.2026

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

The University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX
05-2026

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • EHR
  • Epic Charting
  • Clinical judgment
  • Wound care
  • Care plan development
  • End-of-life care
  • Oncology care
  • Compassionate and caring

Certification

Basic Life Support (American Red Cross)

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Med-Surg-Oncology

UT Health Tyler
08.2023 - Current

Nurse Extern

UT Health Tyler
01.2023 - 08.2023

Master Of Science - Nursing Education

The Univeristy of Texas At Tyler

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

The University of Texas At Tyler
Josephine Erickson