Rebecca Needs
Grand Rapids
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health Hauenstein Neurosciences
Grand Rapids, MI
04.2021 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Educated patients on disease management and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Pulse Nursing Agency
England, United Kingdom
06.2018 - 03.2021
- Assessed and triaged patients in high-pressure emergency situations, ensuring timely and appropriate care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications according to established protocols, enhancing patient safety.
- Coordinated with specialty departments for seamless patient transfers and continuity of care.
- Traveled to and worked in several Emergency Departments throughout England with staffing shortages.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust
Leeds, United Kingdom
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Administered emergency care to patients with critical conditions, ensuring prompt evaluation and treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans, enhancing treatment outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board
Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Monitored vital signs and performed diagnostic tests to assess patient health status effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, contributing to improved patient safety standards within the department.
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Corewell Health Blodgett
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University
Mishawaka04-2012
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient care planning
- Precepting
- Medication administration
Certification
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment, MoCA - 10/20/6/2025-10/26/2027
- Basic Life Support Certification- 6/17/2025-6/30/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health Hauenstein Neurosciences
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Pulse Nursing Agency
06.2018 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust
06.2016 - 06.2018
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board
12.2015 - 05.2016
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Corewell Health Blodgett
08.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bethel University