Erica Wood
San Tan Valley
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges as a Registered Nurse professional with knowledge in Medical-Surgical type unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and IV therapy. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mountain Vista Medical Ctr.
06.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Phlebotomist III
Dignity Health Chandler Regional Medical Ctr.
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Excelled in high-pressure situations, maintaining composure and professionalism during peak hours and emergency scenarios.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
Phlebotomist III
Cigna Medical Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Company Overview: Large multi-specialty group practice throughout metropolitan Phoenix area
- Collects blood samples from patients using various techniques i.e
- Straight needle, butterfly et
- Properly label specimens and transports to the lab
- Large multi-specialty group practice throughout metropolitan Phoenix area
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Phoenix, Arizona12.2021
CERNER, MEDITECH
Computer Skills
04.2021
CNA -
Arizona Medical Training Institute
Mesa, Arizona05.2016
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- CPR/AED/BLS (current)
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Healthcare ethics
- Cultural competence
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical Thinking
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Diabetes management
Training
- Asepsis and Infection control
- Understanding pain & pain management
Professionallicensurecertification
- Registered Nurse, Arizona State Board of Nursing, 273628
- BLS, (renewed 10/2024)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mountain Vista Medical Ctr.
06.2022 - Current
Phlebotomist III
Dignity Health Chandler Regional Medical Ctr.
01.2018 - 05.2022
Phlebotomist III
Cigna Medical Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
CNA -
Arizona Medical Training Institute
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
CERNER, MEDITECH
Computer Skills
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