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Erin McConnell

Wilmington

Summary

Dedicated RN of 7 years, who specializes in Medical-Surgical, Step-Down Surgical Nursing, Outpatient ambulatory care services, and Post anesthesia care nursing, who is seeking an Outpatient staff VN 00 nurse position. Provides critical evaluation and assessment of various surgical and trauma patients. Manages complex medication/treatment regimens. Provides pre- and post- care for patients undergoing surgical GI, oncology, urology, trauma, and vascular, and cardiac surgeries/procedures. Experience in being a charge nurse that demonstrates leadership and knowledge in complex patient care. Utilizes evidence based practice to provide health promotion and proper evaluation and implementation of care.Experience in instructing nursing students and patients regarding disease prevention, chronic care management, and wellness coaching. Collaborates in a timely and complete manner with the interprofessional team to implement proper care interventions and orders.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Novant NHRMC
11.2022 - Current
  • Provided pre procedure and post procedure care for patients undergoing outpatient cardiology and radiology procedures, including catheterizations, pacemaker insertions, ablations, and biopsies
  • Provided patient education regarding discharge instructions to include procedure expectations, recovery protocols, lifestyle changes, and follow up care to patient and family

Registered Nurse

Wilmington Surg Care
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Post anesthesia care of various surgical procedure patients
  • Patient education of discharge instructions to patient and family
  • Provides follow up care if needed
  • Collaborated with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best patient outcomes

Registered Nurse

New Hanover Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2021
  • Charge nurse on a medical/surgical and step-down telemetry unit
  • Management of complex patient care to include wound care, central line maintenance, and other procedures for patients who are in need of a higher level of monitoring

Clinical LPN Instructor

Cape Fear Community College
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Provided LPN students with clinical expertise and knowledge in a clinical setting, providing hands on guidance and patient care, medical procedures, and nursing protocols
  • Ensured adherence to all safety, legal, and ethical standards while demonstrating patient centered care in diverse environments

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Health Network
07.2017 - 04.2019
  • Staff/charge nurse on a medical surgical/telemetry unit
  • Management of complex surgical procedures, pain management strategies, wound care, and various medication regimens

Home Health Aide

Precision Home Health Care
01.2015 - 06.2017
  • Assisted with ADL (activities of daily living), respecting patients' home routines, and promoted independence and emotional support

Education

MSN Nursing Executive Leadership Program -

Southern New Hampshire University

BSN - Nursing

Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA
05.2017

Pre Requisites

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Allentown, PA
05.2015

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Medication administration
  • Patient and family inclusion
  • Cultural awareness of all patient groups, including veterans, to provide equitable care
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Thorough physical assessments
  • Evaluation of Telemetry monitoring
  • Proficient knowledge of Epic system
  • Patient care equipment utilization
  • Wound care
  • Time management
  • Evidence based practice research
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Disease process management
  • Management of drains and tubes
  • Compassion
  • Empathy
  • Teamwork
  • Recognition of abnormalities
  • Inter-professional team member collaboration
  • Asking for help when needed

Accomplishments

  • Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Novant NHRMC
11.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Wilmington Surg Care
09.2021 - 11.2022

Clinical LPN Instructor

Cape Fear Community College
01.2021 - 04.2021

Registered Nurse

New Hanover Regional Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2021

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Health Network
07.2017 - 04.2019

Home Health Aide

Precision Home Health Care
01.2015 - 06.2017

MSN Nursing Executive Leadership Program -

Southern New Hampshire University

BSN - Nursing

Cedar Crest College

Pre Requisites

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Erin McConnell