Elizabeth Sharp, BSN, RN, CPN
*** **** ***, ******, ** 07719 732-***-**** **.*********.*****@*****.*** OBJECTIVE
To work with excellent care, compassion and dedication as a registered nurse. EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Nursing May 2015
Rutgers School of Nursing, New Brunswick, NJ
Nursing GPA: 3.71
High School Diploma June 2011
Academy of Allied Health and Science, Neptune, NJ
WORK EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Critical Care June 2017 – Present Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ
• Provided nursing care to critically ill, intubated, and unstable pediatric patients with complex diagnoses
• Assessed vigilantly for change in patient vital signs, lab values, fluid balance, neurological status, etc.
• Administered medication, chemotherapy, biotherapy, blood products, etc.
• Performed venipuncture, IV insertion, urinary catheterization, etc.
• Assisted in bedside procedures, including central line insertion, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture and emergent intubation
• Cross-trained and frequently floated to pediatrics, NICU, and mother-baby Registered Nurse, General Pediatrics December 2015 – June 2017 Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ
• Provided nursing care to children and infants with varied diagnoses, including hematologic/oncologic, respiratory, neurological, endocrine, etc.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary team to guide newly diagnosed oncology patients through induction phase chemotherapy
• Administered medication, chemotherapy, biotherapy, and blood products
• Safely accessed and cared for port-a-caths and central lines
• Inserted peripheral IVs and performed blood draws
• Monitored patient vital signs and intake/output
• Cross-trained and frequently floated to PICU, NICU, and mother-baby Patient Care Technician January 2015 – August 2015 Children’s Specialized Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ
• Worked alongside physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists to provide care consistent with rehabilitation goals
• Assisted pediatric/adolescent patients in completion of activities of daily living
• Monitored patient vital signs and alerted registered nurse of any change in patient vital signs or status
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Nurse (RN) August 2015 - Present New Jersey and New York State
Current certifications:
BLS Provider (AHA), Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider (PALS), Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider (APHON), Certified Pediatric Nurse (PNCB), IV Certification (NBIMC)
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Designated Unit Preceptor - PICU May 2018 – Present Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ
Member, Pediatric Practice Council September 2016 – Present Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ
Staff Volunteer, Recreational Therapy Events January 2015 – August 2015 Children’s Specialized Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ