Erin Harshaw
Greenville,SC
Summary
New Graduate Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with 17 years of experience as a practicing RN in ortho trauma, neurology, vascular, psychiatry, and medical ICU managing critically ill patients with complex, multi-system disease. Methodical with extensive expertise in critical care nursing, delivering advanced patient care through precise medical assessment, intervention, and monitoring. Skilled in managing complex cases, utilizing strong clinical judgement, and executing evidence-based practice to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Strong foundation in pathophysiology, hemodynamic management, and ventilator care. Prepared to practice as an Acute Care NP in high-acuity inpatient settings with a collaborative, evidence-based approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AGACNP Student
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Greenville, SC
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Clinical Hours: Completed 160 hours of clinical practicum hours specializing in critical care medicine, cardiology, palliative care, med-surg, and pulmonary care.
ICU RN/Charge Nurse/Rapid Response Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Greenville, SC
01.2020 - Current
- Medical Intensive Care Unit
- Provided direct care to critically ill patients with complex, multi-system organ failure. Managed mechanical ventilation, invasive monitoring, CRRT, and high-risk medication infusions.
- Titrated vasoactive drips and sedation based on physiologic response and clinical trends.
- Recognized early patient deterioration and initiated escalation of care.
- Collaborated with intensivists, fellows, residents, NPs, and PAs.
- Served as charge nurse and RN preceptor
Registered Nurse/Fracture Nurse-Orthopedic Trauma
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Greenville, SC
01.2018 - 01.2020
Managed orthopedic trauma for two hospitals.
Collaborated with ortho trauma physicians with all intake, diagnostics, preoperative/postoperative care and follow-up.
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Greenville, SC
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Med-Surg (Ortho/Neuro/Vascular)
Registered Nurse/ECT Nurse/Charge Nurse/Supervisor
The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
Greer, SC
01.2009 - 01.2017
Training completed at Duke University for Electroconvulsive Therapy.
Managed and supervised high risk psychiatric patients.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, Minnesota01.2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - undefined
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, Illinois01.2019
Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) - undefined
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01.2008
Skills
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Advanced physical examination
- Acute care management
- Clinical assessment
Certification
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified (AGACNP-BC) NPI#: Pending
- SC Registered Nursing License: 204118
- ACLS | BLS
- DEA/Prescription Authority: Pending
Professional Affiliations/Awards and Recognitions
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN), American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Sepsis Award – Medical ICU Recognized for excellence in early sepsis recognition, rapid intervention, and adherence to evidence-based sepsis protocols in a high-acuity ICU, Clover Award Winner Peer-nominated award recognizing outstanding clinical judgment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and commitment to patient-centered care
Leadership and Professional Development
- Charge Nurse – MICU
- RN Preceptor / Clinical Mentor
- Unit-based councils or quality initiatives
- Participation in sepsis, ventilator, or ICU safety projects
Timeline
AGACNP Student
Bon Secours Mercy Health
01.2023 - 01.2025
ICU RN/Charge Nurse/Rapid Response Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse/Fracture Nurse-Orthopedic Trauma
Bon Secours Mercy Health
01.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Bon Secours Mercy Health
01.2012 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse/ECT Nurse/Charge Nurse/Supervisor
The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
01.2009 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - undefined
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) - undefined
Greenville Technical College
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Walden University