Amanda Eggerstedt
COLUMBIA,MO
Summary
Experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse with a background in PCU, oncology, and clinical supervision. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliabile and adaptabe, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to using these qualities to help veterans and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse (PCU)
Truman VA Medical Center
Columbia, MO
01.2021 - Current
- Coordinated complex care plans with intensivists, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Assessed critically ill veterans, prioritizing interventions based on continuous hemodynamic and respiratory monitoring.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Adapted to department changes and staffing needs while monitoring telemetry and fulfilling charge nurse duties to ensure continuity of care.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, therapists, and support staff to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration and ensure optimal patient care.
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
University of Missouri System
Columbia, MO
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Resolved staffing issues, addressed patient concerns, and eliminated workflow barriers to maintain optimal care delivery.
- Mentored nurses on care protocols and charting expectations to enhance bedside communication and patient interactions.
- Participated in performance improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall quality of care provided within the organization.
- Organized department schedules for over 60 employees to optimize patient care and staff availability. for the Oncology and Observation units.
Registered Nurse, Oncology
University of Missouri System
Columbia, MO
06.2014 - 02.2018
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions across diverse inpatient settings.
- Administered medications and treatments, including chemotherapy, while maintaining accuracy and adherence to clinical protocols.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, discharge instructions, and self-care requirements.
- Mentored new nurses and nursing students and reinforced unit standards for safety, documentation, and workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Columbia College
Columbia, MO12-2027
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbia College
Columbia, MO05-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Columbia College
Columbia, MO12-2011
Certification
- PCCN Progressive Care Nursing Adult, AACN Certification Corporation (12/1/2024-11/30/2027)
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse (PCU)
Truman VA Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor
University of Missouri System
02.2018 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, Oncology
University of Missouri System
06.2014 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Columbia College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Columbia College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Columbia College