Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Licensure, Cert., Recognition
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Rachel Wilt

Summary

Seasoned Registered Nurse bringing 7 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Highlighted experience included Emergency and Trauma medicine, Palliative/Hospice care, Peritoneal Dialysis and Oncology.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel ER Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
  • Reduced wait times for patients by streamlining triage processes and prioritizing critical cases.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing efficient and accurate medical assessments in the ER setting.
  • Served as a mentor to new nurses, providing guidance and support throughout their transition into the ER setting.
  • Consistently maintained professional licensure and certifications required for practice as an ER Registered Nurse throughout travel assignments.
  • Enhanced skills with pediatric population.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Meritus Medical Center
03.2019 - 02.2023
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Clinic Registered Nurse

Meritus Medical Center
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Promoted a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining an organized workspace.
  • Reduced medication errors by meticulously verifying all orders, administering medications as prescribed, and diligently monitoring for adverse reactions or complications.
  • Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Meritus Medical Center
02.2017 - 03.2019
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.

CNA

Meritus Medical Center
08.2015 - 02.2017
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.

GNA

Saint Joseph's Ministry
01.2013 - 04.2016
  • Contributed to effective care plans by observing patients'' behavior and reporting changes to nursing staff.
  • Encouraged socialization among residents through participation in group activities and events designed for elderly individuals.
  • Improved patient quality of life by providing compassionate care and assistance with daily activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Frostburg State University
Frostburg, MD
12.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

Frederick Community College
Frederick, MD
12.2016

Skills

  • Patient Stabilization
  • Staffing Requirements
  • Patient Education
  • Precepting/Training new and experienced nurses
  • Nursing Process
  • Discharge Planning
  • Emergency Situations, RSI, Code Blue, Trauma
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Medication Administration- IV, IM, PO, etc
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient Triage
  • EMR Systems- Meditech, EPIC, Cerner
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Ultrasound guided IV

Licensure, Cert., Recognition

  • MBON License Number R225400
  • 7 time Daisy Nurse Nominee
  • BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA)
  • ENPC
  • TNCC

Timeline

Travel ER Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - Current

Clinic Registered Nurse

Meritus Medical Center
03.2021 - 04.2022

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Meritus Medical Center
03.2019 - 02.2023

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Meritus Medical Center
02.2017 - 03.2019

CNA

Meritus Medical Center
08.2015 - 02.2017

GNA

Saint Joseph's Ministry
01.2013 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Frostburg State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Frederick Community College
Rachel Wilt