Erin Kelley
Delaware,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Public Health Nurse with experience in community health education, disease prevention, and health promotion. Skilled in assessing community health needs, developing and implementing strategic health initiatives, and providing direct patient care to diverse populations. Proficient in health data analysis, program evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance public health outcomes. Adept at working in both urban and rural settings, with a proven track record of improving community health standards through evidence-based practices and innovative health solutions. Committed to advocating for vulnerable populations, reducing health disparities, and fostering a healthier community through continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Health Nurse 3
Delaware Public Health District
02.2020 - Current
- Coordinated and managed Covid-19 home vaccine program.
- Coordinated and managed Prenatal and Newborn Home visiting and Children with Medical Handicaps programs.Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination and obesity.
- Developed and streamlined systems for monitoring and tracking program effectiveness.
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
- Visited homes to determine patient and family needs.
- Safely administered routine, travel, and Covid19 vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
- Supervised performance of clinical staff, identifying areas requiring immediate improvement.
- Coordinated work groups and outreach activities.
- Worked with individuals to determine specific needs based on general tests and refer them to other community resources.
- Ordered and tracked inventory of clinic supplies and vaccine.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop public health programs aimed at promoting wellness and preventing chronic diseases.
- Wrote, managed and coordinated Cribs for Kids Grant.
Registered Nurse
Weselyan Village
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Prepared individualized teaching tools, personalized education, and provided patient and family support
- Educated patients about preventive health measures
- Created and coordinated preventive health programs for clients
- Collaborated with other team members and managers to provide the best quality of care
- Educated patients and families on skills necessary to manage disease process in a home care setting
- Admitted and discharged patients
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members
- Monitored, recorded and communicated patient condition
- Performed administrative duties
- Provided daily medication administration and administration of all medications
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Wesleyan Village
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically- relevant symptoms
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Sprenger Health Care Systems, Amherst Manor
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Input medical histories, symptoms and vital statistics as part of the intake process
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in Point Click Care to keep team informed of changing conditions
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OHBachelor of Science - Nursing
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH02.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hondros College Of Nursing
Westerville, OH2018
Associate of Arts - undefined
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH2013
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Patient Assessments
- Relationship building
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Patient support and advocacy
- Health screenings
- Infection Control Measures
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- PPE Compliance
- Self-Motivated
Certification
- CLC - Certified Lactation Counselor
- CPR-BLS
Timeline
Public Health Nurse 3
Delaware Public Health District
02.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Weselyan Village
06.2019 - 08.2019
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Wesleyan Village
01.2018 - 06.2019
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Sprenger Health Care Systems, Amherst Manor
09.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Youngstown State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hondros College Of Nursing
Associate of Arts - undefined
Lorain County Community College
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