Amanda Kawtoski
Denver,CO
Summary
Effective team member in coordination of care, workflow analysis, and implementation of workflow improvements.
Prioritized education of staff and worked closely with sales representatives from various medical device companies in order to learn their product and integrate their product into our daily routines.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Specialist
HealthONE
Englewood, CO
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HealthONE
Englewood, CO
05.2014 - 04.2021
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chatham University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside SON
East Pittsburgh, PA12-2005
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Interpreting EKGs
- Inpatient Consultations
Affiliations
- Avid traveler. I have visited 40 countries and 43 states.
- Weekly Volunteer at Metro Caring Food Bank
- Volunteer for the Democratic Party of Denver's Diversity and Inclusion Committee
Certification
- Registered Nurse License RN.0198563
- CCRN The American Association of Critical Care Nurses
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cardiovascular Specialist
HealthONE
04.2021 - 01.2024
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
HealthONE
05.2014 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chatham University
Associate of Science - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside SON
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And General Studies
University of Pittsburgh
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