Taylor O'Hara
Taneytown,MD
Summary
A compassionate Emergency Room RN with a strong work ethic that has provided care to a wide population of people.
Developed critical decision-making and patient care skills in a high-intensity environment. Demonstrates adaptability and effective communication, essential for any dynamic work setting. Seeking to transition into a new field, applying these versatile and valuable skills all while attempting to gain more knowledge and grow as a nurse.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UPMC Hanover Hospital
Hanover, PA
10.2022 - Current
- Administered emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations, ensuring prompt treatment and stabilization.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient management and optimize treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and conducted assessments to identify changes in patient conditions swiftly.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance patient outcomes in emergency scenarios.
- Mentored new nursing staff on emergency procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health records for improved accuracy and efficiency.
- 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.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carroll Community College
Westminster, MD05-2022
Skills
- Emergency care
- Airway management
- Patient stabilization
- Behavioral health care
- Training staff
- EKG interpretation
- Medication administration
- Blood administration
- Respiratory care
- Ventilator management
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Mediport access
- Trauma nursing
- Analyzing radiology and blood work
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
ACLS
BLS
PALS
NIH Stroke Scale
TNCC
ENPC
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
UPMC Hanover Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carroll Community College