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RHEA ROELFS

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and respectful attitude.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

ARMS Staffing - UPMC Hamot
11.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication of treatment plans.
  • Provided timely interventions for critically ill patients, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
  • Served as a patient advocate, ensuring that patients'' needs were met, and their rights were respected throughout the care process.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of physicians, nurses, and support staff to provide comprehensive care to emergency department patients.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Western Pennsylvania Hospital
07.2021 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

ARMS Staffing - UPMC Shadyside
01.2023 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication of treatment plans.
  • Provided timely interventions for critically ill patients, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, emergency nursing care to patients in a fast-paced environment.
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to identify underlying health concerns and initiate appropriate interventions promptly.

Travel Registered Nurse, IMCU

Maxim Healthcare Staffing
04.2021 - 06.2022
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in rapidly changing situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering a compassionate environment.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of critically ill patients to develop individualized care plans that addressed their unique needs.

Registered Nurse, PCU

Western Pennsylvania Hospital
08.2019 - 07.2021
  • Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
  • Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Nursing -

Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA
08.2020

Diploma: Nursing -

Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2019

Certificate: Health Coaching -

Institute of Integrative Nutrition
New York, NY
01.2019

Skills

  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • Wound Care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Pain Management
  • Clear Communication
  • Cardiac monitoring

Certification

  • Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania, License number RN722200, 2019
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 2019
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
  • NIH Stroke Certification
  • Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) Cerfication

Timeline

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

ARMS Staffing - UPMC Hamot
11.2023 - Current

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

ARMS Staffing - UPMC Shadyside
01.2023 - 09.2023

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Western Pennsylvania Hospital
07.2021 - Current

Travel Registered Nurse, IMCU

Maxim Healthcare Staffing
04.2021 - 06.2022

Registered Nurse, PCU

Western Pennsylvania Hospital
08.2019 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science: Nursing -

Carlow University

Diploma: Nursing -

Ohio Valley Hospital School of Nursing

Certificate: Health Coaching -

Institute of Integrative Nutrition

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