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Amanda Cobb

Kirkville,NY

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. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

St. Joseph's Health- A Member Of Trinity Health
301 Prospect Avenue, New York
04.2017 - Current
  • Managed care from admission to discharge on medical-surgical, renal, oncology, gastro/urology, cardiac/cardiac surgery, PCU (progressive care unit) and observation units.
  • Strong patient advocate.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Registered Nurse- Emergency Services, Prompt Care

Crouse Hospital
736 Irving Avenue Syracuse, NY 13210
09.2013 - 03.2017
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department

Department of Veteran Affairs
800 Irving Ave. Syracuse, NY 13210
07.2000 - 07.2013
  • Triaged life-threatening illness'
  • As the charge nurse, collaborated with medical team and nursing supervisors to maintain patient flow in ED.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Charge and Triage nurse in Emergency Department.
  • Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.

Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Surgical Units, ED

St.Josephs Hospital Health Center
301 Prospect Ave. Syracuse, NY 13203
12.1994 - 06.2000
  • Performed basic patient assessment's.
  • Administered infusion and medications.
  • Monitored patients for changes, and reviewed and revised plans accordingly in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
  • Demonstrated high standards of performance, including teamwork, communication and compassion.
  • IV placement and lab draw for pediatric and adult patients.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Crouse Hospital College of Nursing
2007

LPN Nursing Certificate - Nursing

OCM Boces
1994

High School Diploma -

LaFayette Central High School
1990

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Medication Administration
  • Care Coordination
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Student Precepting
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Willingness to Learn

Additional Information

*REFERENCES:

  • Theresa Beirne-Sutkus RN, St. Josephs Hospital, 212 East Avenue Minoa, NY 13116 #315-329-1705; tikirn2000@aol.com
  • Crystal Tarbell RN, St.Josephs Hospital, 4294 Oran Station Rd. Manlius, NY 13104
  • #315-657-1518; Ctarbell82@yahoo.com
  • Connie Pellor LPN, St. Josephs Hospital, 120 Verda Avenue, North Syracuse, NY 13212 #315-289-8900
  • Eric Bosco, A-EMT, Critical Care Tech, 106 Vanida Drive Camillus, NY 13031
  • #315-944-8076

Certification

Current BLS and ACLS


Experienced with EPIC and Soarian programs

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

St. Joseph's Health- A Member Of Trinity Health
04.2017 - Current

Registered Nurse- Emergency Services, Prompt Care

Crouse Hospital
09.2013 - 03.2017

Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Department

Department of Veteran Affairs
07.2000 - 07.2013

Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Surgical Units, ED

St.Josephs Hospital Health Center
12.1994 - 06.2000

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Crouse Hospital College of Nursing

LPN Nursing Certificate - Nursing

OCM Boces

High School Diploma -

LaFayette Central High School

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