ALICE ARMBRUSTER BSN, RN, AMB-BC
OLMSTED TWP,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.2022 - Current
- Contributed to positive treatment experiences for patients by providing compassionate care within a professional manner.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking skills in managing complex cases involving multiple comorbidities and varying degrees of symptom severity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
MetroHealth Medical Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in various outpatient surgical procedures, demonstrating versatility and adaptability within the role.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while coordinating multiple responsibilities including admissions, discharges, and ongoing patient care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams for smooth transitions from acute care settings to home-based hospice care.
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
MetroHealth Medical Center
08.2015 - 11.2019
- Mentored and served as preceptor for new nursing staff members, thus promoting teamwork and fostering professional growth.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to continuously enhance patient care standards and practices.
- Developed effective rapport with physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, case managers, and other members of the healthcare team for seamless patient care coordination.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
09.2010 - 08.2015
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, as well as managing prior authorizations, medications and other ambulatory needs.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs upon inpatient discharge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH05.2007
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Care Coordination
- Case Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Strong Clinical Judgement
Certification
Registered Nurse, State of Ohio Board of Nursing
Ambulatory Nurse Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Chemotherapy Infusion Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
07.2022 - Current
Outpatient Surgery Registered Nurse
MetroHealth Medical Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
09.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
MetroHealth Medical Center
08.2015 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Rainbow Babies And Children's Hospital
09.2010 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
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