Courtney Powell
Philadelphia
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable registered nurse with the willingness to learn quickly and exercise empathy. Multiple years of direct patient care experience in a level II trauma center. Strong work ethic, ability to work well with people of diverse backgrounds, in high-acuity situations. Skilled in fast-paced environments, advocating for patient needs and educating patients and families. Compassionate about continued education and continuing to accrue skills to provide quality patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Jefferson Health Northeast
Philadelphia
07.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized patient care according to established standards and protocols in a high-acuity and high-census emergency department.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care at a level II trauma center.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Actively participated in staff meetings to discuss current situations in emergency nursing practices.
- Educated patients and their families through discharge planning to ensure continuity of care outpatient.
Emergency Room Technician
Jefferson Health Northeast
Philadelphia
10.2019 - 07.2023
- Obtained patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by ensuring that necessary equipment was available.
- Provided crutch training, splinting, and casting per physician orders.
- Recorded all pertinent information regarding patient encounters into electronic health records system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jefferson College of Nursing
Philadelphia, PA05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA05-2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Triage procedures
- Electronic health records
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Collaborative teamwork
- Time management
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- EMT-B
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Jefferson Health Northeast
07.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Jefferson Health Northeast
10.2019 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jefferson College of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Arcadia University
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