Elizabeth Mullican
Helena
Summary
Dynamic nurse specializing in acute care settings, committed to delivering high-quality patient care and education. Collaborates seamlessly with healthcare teams to implement adaptive care strategies, ensuring safety and enhancing patient engagement in health management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN ICU
Fort Harrison VA Medical Center
Helena
03.2022 - Current
- Supported patient care across ER, ICU, behavioral health unit, med-surg, and same day surgery, adapting services for Veterans during shifts.
- Adjusted patient care strategies to effectively address changing conditions and ensure optimal care for patients.
- Collaborated with inner healthcare team to ensure safety of patients and to ensure they reach healthcare goals.
- Educated Veterans on disease processes and community care options, enhancing their understanding and engagement in their health management.
Postpartum RN
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
Glendale
12.2020 - 02.2022
- Delivered compassionate care to newborns and mothers, assisting with physical and emotional recovery after labor, while coordinating care with doctors and support staff.
- Provided comprehensive newborn care and monitored maternal bleeding to ensure safety and well-being.
- Provided new mothers with instruction on bottle feeding and breastfeeding techniques.
- Educated new mothers on newborn care, addressing questions to enhance their confidence and parenting skills.
- Performed daily patient assessments including fundamental checks.
Telemetry\PCU RN
Abrazo Health
Goodyear
05.2019 - 12.2020
- Monitored continuous cardiac rhythms to identify abnormalities.
- Performed assessments, documented findings, and communicated patient conditions to physician and oncoming shifts to ensure continuity of care.
- Coordinated with the healthcare team to implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Tailored and adjusted care plans based on patient and family culture, demographics, history, and needs to enhance patient-centered care.
- Prepared patients for stress testing, echocardiograms, peripheral diagnostic studies, and cardiac catheterization procedures to facilitate timely and effective diagnostics.
Monitor Telemetry Tech
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
Glendale
04.2015 - 05.2019
- Monitored cardiac rhythms of 5-45 virtual patients, ensuring timely detection of irregularities.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms for irregularities, reporting changes to nurses to support timely interventions.
- Prioritized and communicated telemetry alarms to unit staff for timely interventions to promote patient safety.
- Answered calls from different departments and relayed rhythms for patients to proper personnel.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
Glendale
04.2015 - 01.2016
- Monitored and documented vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and blood sugars to track patient health status.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort during feeding, bathing, and walking.
- Provided tailored support to individuals recovering from surgery, focusing on comfort and well-being throughout the recovery process.
- Tracked patient’s oral medication intake and documented the dosage and timing.
- Cleaned rooms, changed bed linens, and attended to patients’ comfort and cleanliness.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Benefis Healthcare System
Great Falls
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Guided patients through physical rehabilitation following surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Helped licensed nursing staff with cauterizations and enemas.
- Assisted patients with physical rehab after surgical procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
La Loma Care Center
Litchfield Park
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Assisted with ADLs, serving meals, feeding, and facilitating ambulation to enhance patient independence.
- Supported patient comfort by effectively utilizing resources and promptly reporting observations to nursing staff.
- Expanded knowledge through participation in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and engaging with professional organizations.
Caregiver
Assisted Living
Belgrade
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Supported patients with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and documented patients’ conditions, measuring and recording oral intake and output to ensure timely reporting to nursing staff.
- Administered medication under the supervision of RN per the facilities policies.
- Performed light housekeeping, planned and prepared nutritious meals, and changed bed linen to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Education
Master’s - nursing education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brookline College
Phoenix, AZ01-2018
Phlebotomy Certificate -
TriMed Medical
Bozeman, MT01-2013
Certificate in Nursing Assistance -
Copper Mountain College
Joshua Tree, CA01-2011
HS Diploma -
Harrison School
Harrison, MT01-2006
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Cardiac Care (telemetry)
- Post-Operative Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Mom & Baby Care
- Patient assessment
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medication administration
- Clinical teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Compassionate care
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association, Registered Nurse, 2019, Current
- Filipino Nurses Association, Registered Nurse, 2019, Current
- Sigma Theta Tau, Grand Canyon University Alumni
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- NIHSS
- OORAM Training
- Telestroke
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
RN ICU
Fort Harrison VA Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Postpartum RN
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
12.2020 - 02.2022
Telemetry\PCU RN
Abrazo Health
05.2019 - 12.2020
Monitor Telemetry Tech
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
04.2015 - 05.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
04.2015 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Benefis Healthcare System
01.2013 - 01.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
La Loma Care Center
01.2011 - 01.2013
Caregiver
Assisted Living
01.2008 - 01.2009
Master’s - nursing education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brookline College
Phlebotomy Certificate -
TriMed Medical
Certificate in Nursing Assistance -
Copper Mountain College
HS Diploma -
Harrison School