ERICA BLANTON
Shelby
Summary
Innovative nursing professional with expertise in care coordination and patient evaluation. Proven ability to foster collaboration among healthcare teams and enhance patient education initiatives. Committed to optimizing health management through effective communication and support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN CONTRACTOR
STEADFAST NURSE STAFFING
Norfolk
09.2023 - Current
- Administered medications according to established protocols, ensuring adherence to patient care plans and safety standards.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records to maintain accurate patient history and facilitate ongoing care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective care strategies.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to streamline processes and enhance patient flow.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
RN Supervisor
Springbrook Behavioral Health System
Travelers Rest
02.2026 - 06.2026
- Provided clinical leadership and direction for nursing staff, ensuring that all tasks were completed in accordance with accepted standards of care.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to health regulations and policies for optimal patient care.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to align with patient needs, optimizing resource allocation within budgetary constraints.
- Resolved conflicts among nursing staff, fostering positive working relationships and maintaining a collaborative work environment.
- Implemented training programs to improve nursing skills and knowledge in behavioral health.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians or other healthcare providers regarding changes in medication orders or treatments.
- Actively listened to concerns from both patients and staff members regarding issues related to patient care.
RN TRAVELER
VARIOUS
VARIOUS
04.2017 - 05.2025
- Provided detailed resume outlining comprehensive nursing experience for review.
- Delivered patient care across diverse healthcare settings, ensuring tailored support for varied needs.
- Administered medications and monitored patients' vital signs consistently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to perform comprehensive patient assessments, improving care coordination and outcomes.
- Maintained and updated patient records in electronic health record systems, enhancing information accuracy and accessibility.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Responded to emergencies quickly while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Education
Master of Science - FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
South College
Knoxville, TN10-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC12-2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
DAVIDSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Lexington, NC05-2014
Associate of Arts - Nursing
ISOTHERMAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Spindale, NC05-2005
Skills
- SBAR communication
- Patient evaluation
- Acute care
- Women's health exams
- Geriatric treatment
- Care coordination
- Electronic health records
- Conflict resolution
- Patient evaluation
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Acute care
- Family advocacy
- Acute care expertise
- Patient education
Certification
- TNCC
- BLS
- FNP-BC
- RN
Timeline
RN Supervisor
Springbrook Behavioral Health System
02.2026 - 06.2026
RN CONTRACTOR
STEADFAST NURSE STAFFING
09.2023 - Current
RN TRAVELER
VARIOUS
04.2017 - 05.2025
Master of Science - FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
South College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
DAVIDSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Arts - Nursing
ISOTHERMAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE