Wendy Etchison
BURLINGTON,IA
Summary
Early-career ER Registered Nurse with experience in emergency triage, trauma nursing, and acute care. Known for calm decision-making, clinical judgment, and strong team communication in fast-paced, high-pressure settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Great River Health
West Burlington, Iowa
07.2023 - Current
- Completed thorough assessments for patients with varied acute conditions in high-volume emergency department settings.
- Collaborated with trauma care teams to deliver urgent medical attention to critically ill patients.
- Performed triage by prioritizing incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Prioritized incoming patients by acuity to optimize treatment timelines.
- Facilitated patient evaluations and streamlined flow while assisting physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Great River Health
West Burlington, IA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Ensured sterile operating room environment through strict adherence to aseptic techniques, enhancing patient safety.
- Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for patients.
- Anticipated surgeon's needs by observing body language and movements, contributing to seamless procedure flow and sterility.
- Provided essential instruments and supplies to surgical team during procedures, facilitating efficient and effective patient care.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Great River Health
West Burlington, IA
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Cared for individuals with diverse medical issues, including pulmonary, cardiology, and infectious diseases, improving patient outcomes.
- Responded to patient needs and escalating conditions using clinical judgment to ensure timely interventions.
- Maintained confidentiality and fostered positive interpersonal relationships while adapting to fast-paced, unpredictable medical environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
West Burlington, IA05-2023
Skills
- Emergency care
- Trauma nursing
- Emergency triage
- Trauma management
- Advanced cardiovascular life support
- Critical care nursing
- Infection control
- Epic charting
- Crisis management
- Clinical judgment
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Team communication
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHSS
- TNCC
- Adult/ infant abuse mandatory reporting
- Basic Dysrhythima
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Great River Health
07.2023 - Current
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Great River Health
04.2022 - 07.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Great River Health
03.2021 - 04.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College