Ericka Bill
Phoenix
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in intensive care environments, adept at managing complex patient needs. Specializes in medication administration, ventilator support, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Known for strong communication and critical thinking abilities that enhance patient care and recovery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Banner University Medical Center Tucson
10.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator support, feeding tubes, and central lines to optimize patient respiratory function and nutrition.
- Initiated and monitored vasopressors, sedation, and other life-sustaining medications intravenously.
- Utilized facility protocols for mass transfusions in cases of severe bleeding.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, facilitating accurate treatment delivery and promoting timely patient recovery.
- Monitored vital signs and patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care strategies for complex cases, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, fostering understanding and compliance.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant- ICU
Banner Health, University Medical Center Tucson
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to healthcare team during critical situations.
- Supported RNs in executing critical care tasks, enhancing patient comfort through timely turns and repositions.
- Partnered with RNs to facilitate timely completion of essential care tasks, contributing to overall patient care continuity.
- Transported patients to scans and ensured availability of necessary supplies for seamless care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cellular Biology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Critical care management
- Medication and IV administration
- Ventilator support
- Ultrasound-guided IVs
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Remodulin management
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Wound care
- End-of-life care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- Remodulin- Pulmonary Hypertension
Languages
Spanish- proficient/ conversational
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Banner University Medical Center Tucson
10.2024 - Current
Patient Care Nursing Assistant- ICU
Banner Health, University Medical Center Tucson
08.2021 - 10.2024
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cellular Biology
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Arizona