Wendy Elkins

Assessed and monitored patients in the immediate postoperative period, ensuring a smooth transition from surgery to recovery. Provided comprehensive post-anesthesia care, addressing patients’ physical and emotional needs after surgery. Collaborated with surgical and nursing teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure effective communication.

Delivered professional nursing care for various cardiovascular, neurovascular, and pulmonary patient populations within the Neuro-Trauma ICU. Performed nursing assessments, followed standards of care and disease-specific protocols utilizing the Nursing Process. Recognized life-threatening signs and symptoms of heart attack, stroke, and respiratory distress.

Aided patients according to their plan of care, actively working to reduce or eliminate patient risks. Collaborated with nurses to adapt care to reflect specific patient populations. Maintained a clean and safe patient environment.

Responsible for setting up the laboratory prior to classes and assisting the professor in preparing equipment, slides, and specimens. Provided guidance to students on technique and answered their questions. Maintained professional relationships with all lab staff.

Interfaced with customers, distribution centers, and specialty departments to handle pre-sale and post-sale service functions. Developed positive customer relations and coordinated with various internal functions to ensure timely handling of customer requests. Contacted manufacturers and vendors for product information, emergency orders, and tracking.

Completed foundational coursework in various disciplines, providing a broad educational background. Developed critical thinking and communication skills essential for further academic pursuits.

Acquired fundamental nursing knowledge and clinical skills necessary for entry-level nursing practice. Focused on patient care, health assessment, and basic medical procedures.

Undertook comprehensive studies in nursing theory and practice, preparing for advanced roles in healthcare. Gained expertise in patient management, evidence-based care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.