Amanda Heesen
Upsala,MN
Summary
Director of Nursing with expertise in team leadership and improving resident experiences. Facilitates communication to deliver high-quality care and strengthen organizational relationships. Skilled in clinical staff supervision, performance evaluation, and quality improvement, committed to advancing resident care through interdisciplinary collaboration and fostering positive team dynamics. Committed to improving patient care through effective communication and quality assurance practices, ensuring a safe and supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
CURA
Melrose, MN
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Assessed staff competencies to ensure quality, continuity, and safety.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, providing actionable recommendations to enhance care quality.
- Managed scheduling and staffing for nursing teams effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes through integrated care strategies.
- Facilitated effective communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers to support patient-centered care.
- Resolved staff conflicts professionally, fostering positive working relationships.
- Coordinated discussions among patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear understanding and support.
Registered Nurse
St. Cloud Hospital
08.2009 - 03.2026
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Education
Registered Nurse -
Alexandria Technical College
01-2010
Skills
- Clinical staff supervision
- Staff performance evaluation
- Quality improvement
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Cultural competency
- Employee coaching
- Dependable professionalism
- Reliable and responsible
- Strong work ethic
- Time management
- Performance evaluations
- Nurse education and training
- Long-term care
- Risk management
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Staff evaluation
- Decision making
- Problem solving
- Leadership and guidance
References
Kate VanBurskirk, Director of Patient Care Support 320.251.2700 ext 54300
Leah Tamm, Supervisor of Patient Care Support 320.251.2700 ext 54434
Timeline
Director of Nursing
CURA
03.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Cloud Hospital
08.2009 - 03.2026
Registered Nurse -
Alexandria Technical College