Abbie Maes
Bremen
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with extensive experience in forensic and emergency room nursing. Skilled in patient assessment, evidence collection, and trauma-informed care, ensuring precision and compassion in every case. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering reliable results in complex situations. Trustworthy with keen ability to navigate changing needs in high-stress environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Trinity Health
07.2016 - Current
- Provided specialized trauma-centered care for victims of sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, strangulation, human trafficking, elder abuse, assault, or homicide
- Assisted law enforcement in investigations by accurately interpreting injuries related to criminal activities or suspicious circumstances
- Conducted comprehensive medical evaluations to determine the extent of injuries sustained during traumatic events
- Increased accuracy in evidence collection by implementing a standardized documentation system for forensic examinations
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
03.2014 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
Certified Medical Assistant
Trinity Health
08.2010 - 03.2014
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Ball State University
Muncie, IN07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN12.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ancilla College
Donaldson, IN12.2013
Certified Medical Assistant -
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK08.2009
Skills
- Domestic violence examinations
- Human trafficking examinations
- Child abuse and death investigation
- Sexual assault examinations
- Strangulation examinations
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Airway management
- Clinical judgment
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency care
- Emergency triage
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Stroke Certified - National Institute of Health
Training
- Adult Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
- Pediatric Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
- Strangulation Examination
- Domestic Violence Examination and Prevention
- Child Physical Abuse Training
- Child Death Investigation
- Human Trafficking Training
Timeline
Forensic Nurse Examiner
Trinity Health
07.2016 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Trinity Health
03.2014 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Trinity Health
08.2010 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ancilla College
Certified Medical Assistant -
University of Alaska Anchorage
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Stroke Certified - National Institute of Health
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Ball State University
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