Amanda Ferrell
Martinsville,IN
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients. 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
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Indiana University Health
Morgan Emergency Department
10.2023 - Current
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully manage challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provide support for patient families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advise patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitate patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Perform Triage of incoming patients, assigning appropriate Acuity score. Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provide skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
RN, Resource Center
IU Health/Riley Children's Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
08.2010 - 10.2023
- Administered medications and treatments according to pediatric protocols and individualized care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and communicating critical information to healthcare team.
- Provided education and support to families regarding treatment plans, medication administration, and developmental milestones.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for pediatric patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
Student Nurse Extern
IU Health/Riley Children's Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
07.2009 - 08.2010
Certified Patient Care Assistant
IU Health/Riley Children's Hospital
Indianapolis, IN
10.2007 - 07.2009
Patient Care Certified Nursing Assistant
Clarian Health/IU Health Methodist
Indianapolis, IN
01.2005 - 10.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Heights Health & Living Community
Indianapolis, IN
10.2004 - 01.2005
Education
ASN - undefined
Marian University
Indianapolis, IN01.2010
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Clarian Health Partners CNA Program
Indianapolis, IN01.2003
High School Diploma - undefined
Franklin Central High School
Indianapolis, IN01.1995
Skills
- Initiating Patient Care Plans
- Emergency Response
- Critical Care
- Wound Care/Pain Management
- Patient Management
- Chart Updating
- Physical Assessments
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Indiana University Health
10.2023 - Current
RN, Resource Center
IU Health/Riley Children's Hospital
08.2010 - 10.2023
Student Nurse Extern
IU Health/Riley Children's Hospital
07.2009 - 08.2010
Certified Patient Care Assistant
IU Health/Riley Children's Hospital
10.2007 - 07.2009
Patient Care Certified Nursing Assistant
Clarian Health/IU Health Methodist
01.2005 - 10.2007
Certified Nursing Assistant
University Heights Health & Living Community
10.2004 - 01.2005
ASN - undefined
Marian University
Certified Nursing Assistant - undefined
Clarian Health Partners CNA Program
High School Diploma - undefined
Franklin Central High School