Monica (Virginia) Erickson
Willmar
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
CentraCare
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular/subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bethesda
09.2017 - 12.2021
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Quality Quest Health Care
09.2000 - 12.2017
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
Registered Nurse
Bethesda Nursing Home
10.1992 - 09.2000
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN05.1999
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Willmar Technical Institute
Willmar08.1992
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Patient Assessments and Monitoring
- Administer Medication and Immunizations
- Patient Education and Advocacy
- Staff Supervision
Certification
Certification in Basic Life Support
August 2022
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CentraCare
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bethesda
09.2017 - 12.2021
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Quality Quest Health Care
09.2000 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
Bethesda Nursing Home
10.1992 - 09.2000
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ridgewater College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Willmar Technical Institute
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