Amanda Ewald
Franklin,VA
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations. Actively involved in our hospital shared decision making council and co-chair of our units performance improvement initiative. Currently enrolled in Bachelors program, scheduled to finish in March 2025.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southampton Medical Center
Franklin, VA
11.2018 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Registered Nurse
Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth, VA
04.2016 - 11.2018
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI
Newport News, VA01-2016
Skills
- BLS, PALS, NRP, and ACLS certifications
- Nursing staff leadership
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- EKG Interpretation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Southampton Medical Center
11.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Maryview Medical Center
04.2016 - 11.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
ECPI