D'Erricka Crosby
Fort Lawn
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Amergis
Greenville
02.2023 - Current
- Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications
- Arranges further medical attention when necessary
- Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment
- Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Francis
Greenville
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Assess patients' conditions
- Record patients' medical histories and symptoms
- Observe patients and record the observations
- Administer patients' medicines and treatments
- Set up plans for patients' care or contribute information to existing plans
- Consult and collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals
Registered Nurse Extern
MUSC Lancaster
Lancaster
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating and daily hygiene tasks
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members and other care team members
- Applied clean dressings, slings, stockings and support bandages to protect patient wounds and prevent infections
- Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information in Epic
- Supported nursing staff by identifying and reporting changes in patient condition, evaluating safety concerns and assisting with patient care and treatment
Home Health CNA
Nurse Next Door Senior Home Care Services
York
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Checked vital signs and administered prescription medication under guidance and supervision of skilled nursing staff to facilitate basic health care services
- Performed ambulation and exercise and completed household services to help patient maintain routine and lifestyle in familiar home environment
- Worked collaboratively, functioned as effective member and encouraged and supported fellow team members to reach common goals
- Offered transportation to and from appointments, shopping and other activities to help patient stay social, active and maintain access to essential items and services
Home Health Aide
A&T Care
Kershaw
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
Behavioral Health Technician
Piedmont Medical Center
Rock Hill
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina - Lancaster
Lancaster, SC04.2022
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Collecting vitals
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication Administration
- Insulin medication assistance
- Intravenous therapy
- IV management
- Health screening
- Chart updating
- Discharge coordination
- Precepting
- Infectious disease control
- Reporting and documentation
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Amergis
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Francis
08.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse Extern
MUSC Lancaster
02.2022 - 07.2022
Home Health CNA
Nurse Next Door Senior Home Care Services
05.2021 - 07.2022
Home Health Aide
A&T Care
10.2018 - 07.2021
Behavioral Health Technician
Piedmont Medical Center
07.2018 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina - Lancaster