I am an experienced Registered Nurse with over 2 years of experience in a level 3 Trauma Center, specializing in both child and adult emergency psychiatric care. I am passionate about providing unbiased and compassionate care to patients and families. I am eager to learn and grow in my nursing career, and I believe that teamwork and communication are key to delivering quality care. I bring a positive and professional attitude to the workplace and am committed to patient and family advocacy.
Skills
- RN License
- BLS, PALS, ACLS (Exp. 2025)
- NIHSS
- TNCC (Exp. 2027)
- YMHFA Certification- 2nd Ed.
- Certification in Interval Training and Rehabilitation for Stroke Survivors
- Daisy Nominee
- Patient and family advocacy
- Epic/Cerner EHR
- Culturally Sensitive
- Child Development
- Organization
- Prioritization
- Disability and Rehabilitation
- Mental Health and Addiction
- IV Starts and Infusions
- Home Care
- Strong Communication Skills
- Case Management
- Exemplary Communication Skills and Conflict Management
Licenses and certifications
- RN License
- BLS, PALS, ACLS (Exp. 2025)
- NIHSS
- TNCC (Exp. 2027)
- YMHFA Certification- 2nd Ed.
- Certification in Interval Training and Rehabilitation for Stroke Survivors
- Certification as Long-term Care Nurse Aid
Awards and achievements
- Daisy Nominee
- Dean's List
Emergency Department RN
Jan 2023 - Present
Mclaren Hospital - Lansing, MI
- Assess each assigned patient, document and evaluate their response to plan of care, and take appropriate corrective action.
- Plan and implement the patient’s plan of care/standard of care and provide patient teaching using the plan of care/standard of care.
- Oversee all ancillary personnel for technical tasks. Improve quality of service by continuously developing individual and unit competencies within scope of practice.
Child and Adolescent Med Clinic RN Per Diem
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025
CEICMH - Lansing, MI
- Participate in interdisciplinary planning of care and treatment ensuring the coordination of medical services to consumers served by the program.
- Render general nursing care and provide medical support in accordance with approved nursing practices.
- Coordinate referrals from case managers requesting consultation with physicians, providing nursing consultation regarding consumers to case managers.
- Perform admissions screening on new consumers as an agency liaison as well as perform crisis intervention activities.
- Provide case management support and patient education.
IV Infusion Nurse
Feb 2024 - Jun 2024
Refresh IV - Lansing, MI
- Thoroughly document in EMR, decide the appropriateness of orders, and create infusion mixtures.
- Expertise in inserting and maintaining IV lines, and recognizing and managing complications like infiltration and phlebitis.
- Manage and assure medication inventory and reserve, their expiration and storage, and aseptic technique.
Marketing Manager, Graphic and Website Designer
Sep 2015 - Present
Amanda Ruff Design - Lansing, MI
- Independently created and conceptualized high-quality materials and content for clients on a wide range of projects from marketing campaigns, promotional materials, to logos, websites, billboards, and packaging.
- Significantly improved revenue for clients through social media marketing campaigns.
- Coordinated and managed events including mixers, shows, and high-level fundraisers for national brand campaigns.
- Utilized expert skills in software, programs, and platforms including Adobe Creative Suite, Shopify, Squarespace, and Wordpress.
In-Home Care Certified Nursing Assistant
Jun 2019 - Jul 2021
Optimal Healthcare Staffing
- Primary caregiver for young adult patient who suffered from a severe TBI in an MVA.
- Assisted with dressing, grooming, and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility and cognitive disabilities.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Coordinated and facilitated therapy services. Provided transportation, meals, at-home therapy, and appointment management.
Bachelor of Arts: Creative Advertising
Jan 2011 - May 2016
Michigan State University - East Lansing, MI
Associate of Applied Science: Nursing
Jan 2021 - May 2022
Lansing Community College - Lansing, MI