ELIZABETH HICKS
Phoenix
Summary
A Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs—expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Banner Health
01.2022 - Current
- Registered Nurse in PCU
- Registered Nurse in Postpartum
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Associates Degree - RN
Scottsdale Community College
01.2021
Bachelors - Science and Nursing
Arizona State University
01.2022
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2028
Skills
- Quality nursing care, Medical team collaboration, Patient education
- Patient assessments
- Analytical reasoning
- Recording and documenting Assessing critical scenarios, Acute patient care
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Care plan development
- Family education
- Vaccine administration
- Personal care needs
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Banner Health
01.2022 - Current
Bachelors - Science and Nursing
Arizona State University
Associates Degree - RN
Scottsdale Community College
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Grand Canyon University
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