Hi, I’m
Amanda Herbst
Nurse Manager
North Liberty,IA
Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass. It’s about learning how to dance in the rain.
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Summary
Knowledgeable nurse with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities demonstrated across 16-year career history. Excellent communication and coordination skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
University Of Iowa Health Care
Interim Nurse Manager
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Helped to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives .
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
University Of Iowa Health Care
Assistant Nurse Manager
11.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Created work schedules for multiple shifts to confirm complete floor coverage.
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
- Performed real-time chart audits for patients ensuring accuracy and completeness of information while capitalizing on opportunities for process improvement.
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
University Of Iowa Health Care
GI Oncology Nurse Coordinator
08.2019 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
University Of Iowa Health Care
Inpatient Nurse Navigator
01.2012 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Interacted with physicians and other healthcare staff to ask questions regarding patient services.
- Reviewed inpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Utilized active listening, interpersonal and telephone etiquette skills when communicating with others.
- Compiled data and tracked outcomes to formulate recommendations for process improvement.
- Organized discharge and designed comprehensive discharge schedules for doctors, patients, family members and support staff.
- Facilitated timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing and procedures to advocate for patients, expedite plan of care and promote continuity.
- Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
University Of Iowa Health Care
Staff Nurse
04.2007 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- 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.
Education
Mount Mercy UniversityCedar Rapids, IA
Master of Science from Nursing
08.2017
Clarke UniversityDubuque, IA
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
05.2006
Skills
- Employee Recruitment and Hiring
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Patient Care
- Task Delegation
- Skilled in Oral and Written Communication
- New Hire Training
- Nursing Staff Management
- Nursing Assignments
- Multitasking and Organization
- Nursing Protocols
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Mentoring
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Accomplishments
Department on Internal Medicine Support Staff of the Year 2012, 2015, 2019
Iowa 100 Great Nurse - 2012
Daisy Award Nominee x2
Affiliations
Oncology Nursing Society
Certification
- Oncology, Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation - 2009-current
Availability
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Timeline
Interim Nurse Manager
University Of Iowa Health Care
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
University Of Iowa Health Care
11.2021 - 06.2022
GI Oncology Nurse Coordinator
University Of Iowa Health Care
08.2019 - 12.2021
Inpatient Nurse Navigator
University Of Iowa Health Care
01.2012 - 08.2019
Staff Nurse
University Of Iowa Health Care
04.2007 - 08.2019
Mount Mercy University
Master of Science from Nursing
Clarke University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing