Amanda Anthony
173 Sandstone Ridge, Berea
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in the emergency department and cardiac cath lab units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Southwest General Medical Center
18697 Bagley Rd, Berea
06.2014 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs during cardiac catheterization procedures.
- Supported physicians during catheter placements and interventions to ensure successful outcomes.
- Administered medications and sedation according to medical staff instructions.
- Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters, and pacemaker installations.
- Executed resuscitative measures during emergencies to effectively stabilize patients experiencing adverse reactions.
- Trained new staff on lab protocols and safety procedures, enhancing team competency and compliance.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University Hospitals Bedford Medical Center
44 Blaine Ave, Bedford
07.2007 - 08.2022
- Coordinated effective patient care through clear communication with physicians.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Addressed patient inquiries and provided educational materials to enhance understanding of care.
- Administered diverse medications and therapies to ensure comprehensive treatment for patients.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Southwest General Medical Center
18697 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced medical environment.
- Communicated patient test results to physicians and collaborated on care plan development to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Documented nursing interventions and patient and family responses to maintain compliance with hospital policies and support ongoing care.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters and pacemaker installations.
- Administered medications during procedures to reduce problems from anxiety, blood pressure and other conditions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Delivered direct patient care in fast-paced medical environment, prioritizing patient needs and ensuring timely interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH 08.2013 - 12.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH 08.2004 - 05.2007
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient monitoring
- Critical care
- Intake and discharge
- Patient discharge
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Southwest General Medical Center
06.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
08.2013 - 12.2014
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Southwest General Medical Center
08.2012 - 08.2014
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
University Hospitals Bedford Medical Center
07.2007 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
08.2004 - 05.2007