Amanda Adams
COOK CHILDREN'S HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
Azle,TX
1
Certification
17
years of professional experience
Dedicated and accomplished Registered Nurse with progressive leadership experience in pediatric hematology, oncology, and bone marrow transplant nursing. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate complex patient care, mentor clinical staff, and promote a culture of safety, accountability, and excellence. Experienced Charge Nurse with a strong background in patient advocacy, staff development, quality improvement, and operational management. Recognized for exceptional communication, critical thinking, and commitment to delivering outstanding patient outcomes.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Hematology/Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant
5 Years 4 Months- Provide comprehensive nursing care for pediatric hematology, oncology, and bone marrow transplant patients.
- Serve as Charge Nurse, coordinating daily operations, staffing assignments, patient flow, and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, social workers, and ancillary departments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Serve as a clinical resource for staff and assist with escalation of patient care concerns.
- Precept and mentor newly hired nurses and support professional development.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
- Advocate for patients and families throughout diagnosis, treatment, transplant, and survivorship.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
- Participate in unit-based councils, committee work, and shared governance initiatives.
Case Manager Registered Nurse
2 Years- Managed patient caseloads and coordinated multidisciplinary care plans.
- Collaborated with providers and community resources to improve continuity of care.
- Educated patients and caregivers regarding treatment plans and disease management.
- Maintained regulatory compliance and quality standards.
Petty Officer / Program Manager
11 Years 9 Months- Led and supervised personnel in a high-performance environment.
- Managed medical readiness programs for over 40 service members.
- Mentored personnel regarding career development and advancement opportunities.
- Planned and facilitated educational programs and competency training.
- Developed leadership, accountability, communication, and operational management skills.
Registered Nurse
10 Months- Directed patient care activities for a skilled nursing population.
- Collaborated with physicians, patients, and families to develop individualized care plans.
- Supervised CNAs and LVNs while ensuring quality patient care.
- Assisted with staff education and workflow coordination.
Patient Care Technician, Hematology/Oncology
2 Years 1 Month- Provided compassionate patient-centered care for pediatric hematology and oncology patients.
- Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary teams to support treatment goals.
- Assisted in delivering safe, effective, and family-focused care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Associate Degree Nursing
Associate of Applied Arts
Associate of Applied Science
Skills
Hematology & Oncology Nursing
Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT)
Charge Nurse Leadership
Staff Development & Mentorship
Quality Improvement
Patient Safety
Team Building
Regulatory Compliance
Family-Centered Care
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Chemotherapy Administration
Central Line Management
Bone Marrow Transplant Care
Patient & Family Education
Care Coordination
Accomplishments
- Advanced from Patient Care Technician to Registered Nurse and Charge Nurse within Hematology/Oncology.
- Developed expertise in pediatric hematology, oncology, and bone marrow transplant nursing.
- Consistently recognized as a clinical leader, mentor, and patient advocate.
- Successfully balances leadership responsibilities while managing complex patient populations.
- Demonstrated leadership through both healthcare and military service.
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing
- Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- Charge Nurse
- Staff Mentorship & Preceptorship
- Clinical Resource Nurse
- Employee Engagement
- Performance Improvement
- Quality & Patient Safety Initiatives
- Interdisciplinary Team Leadership
- Change Management
- Shared Governance Participation
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategic Planning & Problem Solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Hematology/Oncology & Bone Marrow Transplant
COOK CHILDREN'S HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
02.2021 - CurrentRead More
Case Manager Registered Nurse
MAIN STREET HOME HEALTH CARE
11.2020 - 11.2022Read More
Registered Nurse
LIFE CARE CENTER OF HALTOM
01.2020 - 11.2020Read More
Patient Care Technician, Hematology/Oncology
COOK CHILDREN'S HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
01.2018 - 02.2020Read More
Petty Officer / Program Manager
UNITED STATES NAVY
12.2009 - 09.2021Read More
Vincennes University
Associate of Applied Science
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Tarrant County College
Associate of Applied Arts
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Tarrant County College
Associate Degree Nursing
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Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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