Vanessa Harris
Registered Nurse with 14 years of experience, including 13 years in high-acuity Level 2 trauma and Emergency Department settings. Proven leadership as an ER Shift Coordinator and Charge Nurse, optimizing patient throughput and leading multidisciplinary teams under pressure. State-recognized expertise as an Illinois Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS) and Emergency Communications Registered Nurse (ECRN), with advanced knowledge of emergency dispatch and pre-hospital care coordination. Certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and the NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), alongside specialized training in medical forensic services for sexual assault response, crisis intervention, and mandated reporting — reflecting a deep commitment to trauma-informed patient advocacy.