Erica Childs

Provided safe and direct patient-centered care in an acute care setting, performing tasks such as vital sign collection, patient assessment, IV insertions, and wound care. Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team and patient families regarding ongoing care plans and discharge preparation.

Received nurse of the year nominee for 2024. Provides safe and direct patient centered care in an acute care setting. Perform a variety of tasks including collecting vital signs, patient assessment, IV insertions, wound care, dressing changes, foley catheter insertions, NG tube placements, and rectal tube placements.

Provided patient education and counseling on obstetrical and gynecological practices according to ACOG guidelines. Managed high-volume patient calls, advised on lab and imaging results, and discussed genetic testing options.

Provided patient education and counseling on obstetrical and gynecological practices according to ACOG guidelines. Answered high volume patient calls and provided accurate and up to date information in a timely manner. Advised patients of lab and imaging results as well as provider recommendations.

Provided patient education and counseling on obstetrical practices, including genetic testing discussions. Administered injections, collected specimens, and dispensed sample medications upon physician request.

Provided patient education and counseling on obstetrical practices according to ACOG guidelines. Discussed options for genetic testing and time frames for testing completion. Responsible for obtaining patient vitals and entering them into medical records.

Responsible for collecting patient vital signs and documenting results in Cerner, and obtaining blood sugar levels using a glucometer. Trained in NAPPI for nonviolent crisis interventions, ensuring unit safety through regular rounds.

Responsible for the collection of patient vital signs and documenting results in Cerner. Obtained patients’ blood sugar levels using a glucometer as needed. Trained in NAPPI to provide nonviolent crisis interventions.

Responsible for the sterile setup and assistance with D&C Hysteroscopies and Cystoscopies. Assisted physicians during sterile and non-sterile procedures. Responsible for collecting patient vital signs and entering them into the EHR.

Responsible for the sterile setup and assistance of D&C Hysteroscopies and Cystoscopies, and assisting physicians during sterile and non-sterile procedures. Provided support for obstetrical patients by applying NST machines and monitoring progress.

Activities and societies: Completion of Adult I, Maternal Child, and Adult II coursework.

Currently pursuing an Associate of Science in Nursing, with coursework including Adult I, Maternal Child, and Adult II. Expected to complete the program in May 2025.

Activities and societies: Completion of Nursing Fundamentals I/II, Pharmacology/Medication Administration, Geriatrics and Maternity Care, and Medical Surgical Nursing I/II coursework.

Completed coursework for Licensed Practical Nurse, including Nursing Fundamentals I/II, Pharmacology/Medication Administration, Geriatrics and Maternity Care, and Medical Surgical Nursing I/II. Obtained license on June 18, 2021, expiring July 31, 2025.

Activities and societies: Educated in computer applications: Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, and Power Point. Literate in medical terminology, human anatomy/physiology, patient care techniques, and financial accounting.

Obtained an Associate of Arts degree, gaining proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, and PowerPoint. Developed literacy in medical terminology, human anatomy/physiology, patient care techniques, and financial accounting.

Obtained an Associate of Arts degree, gaining foundational knowledge across various disciplines. Coursework included computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Office, and PowerPoint. Developed literacy in medical terminology, human anatomy/physiology, patient care techniques, and financial accounting.