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Corrine Eaves

VA Puget Sound Healthcare System (VAPSHCS)
Huson
7
years of professional experience

Registered Nursing professional in Emergency Medicine with extensive knowledge in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Skilled in team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Experienced with patient triage and emergency intervention. Utilized critical thinking and rapid response to manage acute medical situations effectively. Knowledge of advanced life support techniques and emergency protocols ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Work History

Registered Nurse Emergency Department

1 Year 5 Months
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System (VAPSHCS) | 05.2025 - Current
  • Works as an Emergency Department RN. Handled all elements of the nursing process when providing care. Assess the patient by collecting pertinent patient information, including triage of patients based on the five-level ESI triage system to prioritize patients who may require more immediate care. Utilize patient assessment data to determine diagnoses, problems, and/or concerns. Identify expected outcomes to develop a collaborative and individualized treatment plan for each patient. As the RN I will implement that plan, including care coordination, health teaching, and health promotion. Provides urgent and emergent care to patients with acute and chronic medical, surgical, and psychiatric conditions. My nursing care ranges from basic nursing care to medication, resuscitation, and life-support measures. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care based on age-specific components. Coordinated care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. Administers medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
  • Series: 0610 - Grade: II
  • Hours per week: 44
  • Assessed emergency patients, prioritized care, and initiated rapid interventions for time-sensitive conditions.
  • Triaged walk-in and EMS arrivals, coordinating treatment flow with interdisciplinary emergency department teams.
  • Administered medications, monitored responses, and adjusted nursing care plans based on changing patient status.
  • Documented comprehensive assessments, treatments, and patient responses in electronic health record systems.
  • Stabilized acutely ill patients using advanced cardiac life support and emergency nursing protocols.
  • Collaborated with physicians, technicians, and specialists to coordinate safe transfers and admissions.
  • Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care requirements.
  • Mentored bedside staff, reinforced emergency standards, and supported consistent delivery of high-acuity nursing care.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
  • 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.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Contributed to improvement of patient care procedures through feedback and participation in departmental meetings.
  • Ensured patient safety and reduced incidents of infection with strict adherence to hygiene protocols.
  • Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated with latest in emergency nursing practices.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

10 Months
Providence St. Patrick Hospital | 10.2024 - 08.2025
  • Provided nursing care as a registered nurse in Level II trauma center. in a Level II trauma center. Assessed, triaged, and administered specialized medications in emergency room, ensuring timely and effective treatment of critical patients. Perform specialized, professional nursing duties in the case of critically ill, severely injured, and/or traumatized emergency patients. Observe patients for adverse medication reactions and respond appropriately or notify the physician(s). Interpret data obtained from observation, examination, monitoring, and updating the patient's electronic health records. Provided nursing care to emergency room patients facing life-threatening conditions, coordinating medication administration and monitoring vital signs for optimal outcomes. Assisted physicians with Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), enhancing patient survival rates during critical interventions. Perform specialized, professional nursing duties in the case of critically ill, Lucas placement in the event of cardiac arrest, severely injured, and/or traumatized emergency patients. Managed post-procedural care for patients after cardiac angiograms and other interventions. Cardiac Angiogram, Pre MI, Pre Cardiac Cath, Feeding tube care and management, accessing ports, Blood Product Administration, rapid infuser (Belmont) and Ranger warmer, Central line care/management, Peripheral Line Care/Management, PICC line management, Starting PIVs. Knowledgeable of Heparin Protocols, managing Cardiac drips with titration, Chest tubes management. Nasal cannula, oxygen non rebreather face masks. Work with interpersonal teams to admit and transfer patients to the floor after admitting.
  • Hours per week: 24
  • Triage prioritized emergency patients using acuity assessment and rapid clinical decision-making.
  • Initiated IV access, medication administration, and critical interventions per emergency protocols.
  • Monitored telemetry, vital signs, and patient responses to detect condition changes promptly.
  • Streamlined patient flow by communicating bed status, testing needs, and transfer readiness promptly.
  • 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.
  • Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.

Emergency room registered nurse

1 Year 3 Months
University of New Mexico with Aya Healthcare | 07.2023 - 10.2024
  • Works as an emergency room registered nurse at a level one trauma Center. Assessed and triaged patients in emergency room, administering specialized medications to stabilize conditions. Provided specialized nursing care for critically ill and severely injured emergency patients. Monitored patients for adverse medication reactions, responding swiftly and notifying physicians to ensure patient safety. Interpret data obtained from observation, examination, monitoring, and updating patients' electronic health records. Perform specialized, professional nursing duties in the case of critically ill, placement in the event of cardiac arrest, severely injured, and/or traumatized emergency patients. Provided post Cardiac Angiogram care to patients, Monitored patients before myocardial infarction, Prepared patients for Cardiac Catheterization procedures, Administered and managed feeding tube care for patients and management, accessing ports, Administered blood products to patients as needed, rapid infuser (Belmont) and level one, Central line care/management, PICC line management, Initiated peripheral intravenous (PIV) access for patients. Knowledgeable of Heparin Protocols, managing Cardiac drips with titration, Chest tubes management. Nasal cannula, oxygen non rebreather face masks. Operate and monitor specialized equipment i.e.: cardiac monitors, volume respirators, EKG machines, gastric, and nasal suction, cardiac pace makers, hypothermia devices such as (artic sun), the zoll and/or defibrillators. Care of patients on the ventilator in the EDRU (Emergency Department Resuscitation Unit), and other duties assigned.
  • Hours per week: 48
  • Triage patients using emergency severity criteria to prioritize care and stabilize critical conditions.
  • Administer emergency medications and treatments while monitoring response and adjusting interventions as needed.
  • Document assessments, interventions, and patient status accurately in electronic medical records.
  • Triage incoming patients, prioritizing care using rapid assessment and acuity-based decision making.
  • Administer medications, monitor responses, and maintain accurate electronic health records.
  • Initiate IV access, collect specimens, and support emergency interventions for critical patients.
  • Collaborate with physicians, technicians, and specialists to coordinate timely emergency care.
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Maintain calm, efficient workflow during high-volume shifts while supporting patient safety standards.
  • Respond to trauma, cardiac, and medical emergencies using ACLS, BLS, and advanced nursing protocols.
  • Mentor new nurses and reinforce best practices for triage, documentation, and bedside care.
  • Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Responded effectively during mass casualty incidents or disaster situations by triaging incoming patients quickly according to severity of injuries/illnesses.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
  • Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
  • Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
  • Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
  • Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.

Emergency room nurse

1 Year
Saint Luke's Hospital on the plaza | 08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Works as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse at a level one trauma center. Delivered safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. Directed and guided patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Telemetry. Anticipate and respond to emergencies, coordinate and implement interventions, and evaluate responses through critical analysis of patient systems/operational situations. Provide nursing care to emergency room patients, responding to life-threatening conditions, and administering medications. Assist the physician in the performance of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and other specialized procedures. Operate specialized medical equipment such as a resuscitator, defibrillator, electrocardiograph, oxygen apparatus, intravenous pump, rapid intravenous infuser, crash carts, and infant servo-warmer. Screen and Triage patients and patient records to assess patient history of health-related conditions and/or medications that may impact the patient's health status. Initiate the patient's nursing care plan based on the physician's orders.
  • Made independent triage decisions for ambulatory patients in Emergency Department, ensuring timely and effective management based on assessment skills. As a Registered Nurse, I am directly responsible and accountable for the care given to my patients in the Emergency Department. Communicates with the physician about the changes in the patient's clinical condition including results of the diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Communicates with interprofessional care teams, in the direct or indirect care of my patients. Is capable of responding quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Demonstrated knowledge of EMTALA regulations and reporting of child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and the hospital social worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
  • Hours per week: 36
  • Performed rapid triage, prioritizing care for patients with time-sensitive emergencies.
  • Assessed acute conditions, initiating nursing interventions aligned with emergency protocols.
  • Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient response and safety.
  • Coordinated care with physicians, respiratory therapy, and ancillary staff during high-volume shifts.
  • Documented assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in electronic health records.
  • Stabilized critically ill patients through advanced monitoring, airway support, and reassessment.
  • Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care.
  • Managed complex cases involving trauma or multiple organ system failures by providing compassionate care alongside advanced clinical interventions.
  • Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during times of crisis, helping them navigate through difficult life events.
  • Provided high-quality nursing care, including administering medications, wound management, and monitoring vital signs.
  • Educated patients and their families on condition management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses of concern.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

2 Years 2 Months
Providence Medical Center | 06.2020 - 08.2022
  • Worked as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse delivering safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice. Directed and guided patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing care in Telemetry as a Registered Nurse. Anticipate and respond to emergencies, coordinate and implement interventions, and evaluate responses through critical analysis of patient systems/operational situations. Provide nursing care to emergency room patients, responding to life-threatening conditions, and administering medications. Assist the physician in the performance of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) other specialized procedures. Operate specialized medical equipment such as resuscitator, defibrillator, electrocardiograph, oxygen apparatus, intravenous pump, rapid intravenous infuser, crash carts, and infant servo-warmer. Screen and Triage patients and patient records in order to assess patient history of health-related conditions and/or medications that may impact the patient's health status. Initiate the patient's nursing care plan based on the physician's orders.
  • Made independent triage decisions based on assessment and management skills for all ambulatory patients in the Emergency Department. As a Registered Nurse, I am directly responsible and accountable for the care given to my patients in the Emergency Department. Communicated changes in patients' clinical conditions to physicians, including results of diagnostic studies and relevant symptoms. Communicates with interprofessional care teams, in the direct or indirect care of my patients. Is capable of responding quickly and accurately to changes in the condition and/or response to treatment. Knowledgeable about EMTALA regulations and reporting child/adult abuse to appropriate agencies and the Hospital Social Worker. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
  • Hours per week: 50
  • Assessed emergency patients rapidly, prioritizing care plans and interventions in high-acuity situations.
  • Coordinated trauma and critical-care responses, collaborating with physicians, technicians, and ancillary staff.
  • Administered emergency medications and IV therapies while monitoring patient status and treatment tolerance.
  • Documented assessments, interventions, and reassessments accurately in electronic health records.
  • Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, medications, and follow-up care.
  • Stabilized fluctuating conditions through continuous monitoring, reassessment, and timely escalation of concerns.
  • 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.
  • Mentored new nurses on triage workflows, bedside safety, and emergency department protocols.
  • Streamlined patient flow by communicating bed status, testing needs, and transfer readiness promptly.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Nurse Extern

1 Year
Providence Medical Center | 06.2019 - 06.2020
  • I currently work in the Emergency Department providing care to patients as they come in for different medical diagnoses. Record patients' vital signs to monitor health status. Turn or reposition patients who need help with their daily living needs. Gathered information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors. Use the correct lifting devices to put the patients into bed, and/or on the bedside commode. Answer patient call lights when they need an assistant. Examine patients for bruises, blood in the urine or other injuries/wounds. Empty catheters, JP's, Hemovac's, helps nurses assess patients. Conduct blood glucose finger sticks. Remove IVs from patients. Help with daily living when patients cannot care for themselves. Cleaned and sanitized patient areas to maintain a safe and hygienic environment. Change bed sheets and restock rooms with necessary supplies. Documented daily patient observations within scope of practice to ensure accurate medical records. Other duties assigned.
  • Hours per week: 40
  • Assisted patients with hygiene, mobility, and comfort measures under RN supervision.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort, safety, and timely support.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to registered nurses promptly.
  • Documented patient observations accurately in electronic health records and unit logs.
  • Supported mobility, hygiene, and positioning needs while maintaining infection control standards.
  • Collected specimens and prepared samples according to clinical protocols and safety procedures.
  • Communicated patient concerns clearly to care team, promoting coordinated bedside response.
  • Maintained stocked, organized patient rooms and nursing supplies for efficient unit workflow.
  • Responded quickly to call lights and delegated tasks, improving patient support continuity.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness within the facility.
  • Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
  • Documented and communicated patient information in EMR system for accurate tracking.
  • Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.

Education

Bachelor's degree - Nursing

University of Saint Mary | Leavenworth, KS | 05-2020

GPA: 3.6 of a maximum of 4.0

Skills

Basic Life support (BLS)
Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Trauma nursing core course (TNCC)
Emergency nursing pediatric course (ENPC)
Pediatric life support (PALS)
Trauma care
Intravenous therapy
Medication administration
Medication and IV administration
Vital signs monitoring
Patient assessments
Patient condition monitoring
Emergency diagnostics
Advanced trauma care
Compassionate and caring
Strong clinical judgment
Clear patient communication
Clinical documentation
Condition monitoring
Emergency assessment
Student precepting
Detail orientation
Delegation strategies
Critical care protocols
Emergency medication protocols
Oxygen saturation standards
Trauma life support
Trauma recovery

Timeline

Registered Nurse Emergency Department

VA Puget Sound Healthcare System (VAPSHCS)
05.2025 - CurrentRead More

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Providence St. Patrick Hospital
10.2024 - 08.2025Read More

Emergency room registered nurse

University of New Mexico with Aya Healthcare
07.2023 - 10.2024Read More

Emergency room nurse

Saint Luke's Hospital on the plaza
08.2022 - 08.2023Read More

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Providence Medical Center
06.2020 - 08.2022Read More

Nurse Extern

Providence Medical Center
06.2019 - 06.2020Read More

University of Saint Mary

Bachelor's degree from Nursing
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Corrine Eaves