Suzanne Ernst
Evansville
Summary
Registered Nurse with a proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care and managing emergency situations effectively. Skilled in clinical assessment and the development of targeted treatment plans that enhance patient outcomes. Strong advocate for patient rights and well-being, ensuring comprehensive support throughout the care process. Experienced ICU and Emergency Room nurse.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Deaconess
Evansville
05.2020 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe patient environment following health protocols.
- Communicated effectively with patients to gather health information.
- Participated in training sessions to learn nursing procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure quality care delivery.
- Adhered to infection control guidelines during all patient interactions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Patient Care Technician
Deaconess
Evansville
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Assisted nurses with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Communicated effectively with patients to understand their needs.
- Supported the mobility of patients during transfers and ambulation.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
Journalist
Princeton Daily Clarion
Princeton
03.1997 - 01.2017
- Conducted interviews with local figures and community members for feature articles.
- Researched current events and trends to create engaging news stories.
- Wrote and edited articles for print and online publication, ensuring clarity.
- Collaborated with editors to refine story pitches and align on editorial direction.
- Attended city council meetings to gather information for timely news coverage.
- Developed relationships with sources to enhance story depth and accuracy.
- Maintained a consistent publishing schedule while managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Conducted interviews with sources to obtain information for stories.
- Wrote factually correct, concise, and engaging news stories within tight deadlines.
- Monitored local, national and international events for potential story ideas.
- Generated ideas for feature stories that would be compelling to readership audiences.
- Photographed or videotaped news events to provide visual coverage.
- Reviewed copy and corrected errors in content, grammar and punctuation by following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines.
- Checked reference materials to obtain relevant facts.
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.
- Assisted other journalists in researching complex topics or locating hard-to-find sources.
- Performed extensive research to back up stories.
- Wrote and distributed press releases with photos to print, broadcast and social media on behalf of clients.
- Submitted assignments ahead of deadlines while adhering to editorial guidelines.
- Discussed issues with editors to establish priorities or positions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
05-2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Evansville, IN05-2020
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05-1997
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Infection control procedures
- Emergency response
- Quality improvement
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Data collection
- Emergency care
- Performing ekgs
- EMR systems
- Reporting and documentation
- Professional bedside manner
- Infant CPR certified
- IV management
- Lab result interpretation
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
Certification
- BLS Certified
- ALS Certified
- PALS Certified
- NIH Stroke Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Deaconess
05.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Deaconess
10.2018 - 05.2020
Journalist
Princeton Daily Clarion
03.1997 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
University of Southern Indiana
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