Amanda Gebhart
Edwardsville,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 13 years' experience and devotion to optimal behaviors and medical support. Caring and hardworking with the desire to make a positive impact on all patient and families. Skilled in conduction of assessments, supporting diagnostics and managing care of critical care patients. Well-versed in handling in both highly-structured and unstructured environments and capable of coordinating simultaneous needs in a calm and level-headed manner. 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
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
SWAT RN
Gateway Regional Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
- Trained and specialized in working the ICU, ER , Medical/Telemetry, and Behavioral Health Floors including Men's, Women, and Older Adult units.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
ICU Staff Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult and older adult ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Followed HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in the critical care unit.
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Analyzed and observed patients to discover and interpret vitals and telemetry equipment results.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Belleville
01.2010 - 12.2018
- Evaluated patient response and modified plan of care accordingly throughout patient stay.
- Educated patients and families on managing post-treatment home care needs and medication administration.
- Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Developed and implemented individual plans of care in collaboration with members of healthcare team to promote patient and family centered care in healing environment.
- Participated in activities that promoted safety, quality and regulatory compliance to enhance professional development and life long learning.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Orthopedic CNA
Memorial Hospital Belleville
07.2003 - 01.2010
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05.2019
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Lutheran School of Nursing
St Louis, MO01.2010
Skills
- Microsoft Windows
- Medical Screening
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Patient Assessments
- Seizure Management
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Discharging
- Patient Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Disease Management Programs
- Tracheostomy Care
- Pain Management
- Active Listening
- Compassionate and Caring
- ICU and ER Experience
- Chest Pain Management
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Care Plan Development
- Feeding Pumps Understanding
- Monitoring
- Evaluation
- Instructing
Accomplishments
- Has experience with being a part of the skin wound assessment team (SWAT), quality and nursing practice floor representative, preparing and helping maintain Magnet accreditation, and charge nurse duties.
- 2014 Awarded "Nursing of Excellence" in Clinical Improvement.
- 2010 Employee of the Month at Belleville Memorial Hospital.
- Published in "Nursing Management" 46 (1), 40-45, 2015
Timeline
SWAT RN
Gateway Regional Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
ICU Staff Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - 10.2022
Medical Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Gateway Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 06.2020
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Memorial Hospital Belleville
01.2010 - 12.2018
Orthopedic CNA
Memorial Hospital Belleville
07.2003 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Lutheran School of Nursing