Lena Acker
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Emergency and acute care settings,talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Registered Nurse
Astrya Global
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
FNP Student
Appling Total Wellness
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Collected and documented test results for patients in coordination with senior staff member.
- Helped perform physical examinations, identified health history and administered health assessments and reviews.
- Maintained documentation per governmental standards and institutional policies and procedures.
FNP Practicum
Peachtree Immediate Care
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.
- Evaluated patients each shift, took vitals, and attained key case information.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Mary Black Hospital
Spartunburg, SC
04.2015 - 12.2019
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
South University Savannah
GA04-2024
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavioral management
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Diabetic care
- Immunization administration
- Health education
- Medication administration
- Preventive care
- Emergency triage
- Infection control
- Pediatric care
- Disease prevention
- Clinical decision making
- Quality improvement
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
Certification
- ANCC FNP-BC
- RN CA
- RN SC
Timeline
Correctional Registered Nurse
Astrya Global
06.2025 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Adventist Health System
02.2024 - 06.2025
FNP Student
Appling Total Wellness
11.2023 - 04.2024
FNP Practicum
Peachtree Immediate Care
03.2023 - 08.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Mary Black Hospital
04.2015 - 12.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
South University Savannah