Dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient assessment and clinical documentation. Committed to lifelong learning and mentoring new RNs, driving improvement in care standards and team performance. A clinical leader who adjusts quickly and effectively in high-stress situations and high-acuity patient cases.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
UPMC Hamot Emergency Department
Erie
07.2025 - Current
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Maintained thorough, accurate, and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety standards.
Provided emotional support to patients facing acute medical situations.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications, and coordinated treatment with other members of the critical care team.
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Emergency Department Clinician
UPMC Chautauqua
Jamestown
06.2024 - 04.2025
Clear, empathetic, and effective in conveying expectations, resolving issues, and building relationships.
Understanding and managing one's own emotions, and connecting with others.
Assigning tasks effectively to empower team members and manage workload.
Mediating disputes and fostering a positive environment.
Navigating and guiding teams through evolving healthcare environments.
Developing staff through coaching and education.
Strategically looking ahead to anticipate needs and changes.
Maintained high standards in conduct and attitude.
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuation of professional growth.
Nurse Leader Residency
UPMC Chautauqua
Jamestown
03.2024 - 06.2024
Immersive 12-week leadership residency with gained knowledge of patient relations, high-performance management of departments, and essential organizational skills as a nurse leader.
Completion and presentation of an increased safety practice project.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
UPMC Hamot
Erie
07.2019 - 04.2023
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Skills
Patient assessment
Team collaboration
Clinical documentation
Infection control
Emotional support
Leadership development
Certification
Pennsylvania Registered Nurse License
Organizations
Pediatric Champion Committee
Society of Trauma Nurses
Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator- UPMC Chautauqua
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department at UPMC Hamot Hospital Emergency DepartmentRegistered Nurse, Emergency Department at UPMC Hamot Hospital Emergency Department