Amanda Matthews
Fuquay Varina,NC
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with a diverse background including emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staffing Resource Registered Nurse
Wake Medical Center
Raleigh, NC
06.2002 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC07-2003
Bachelor of Science - Interior Architecture
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC12-1997
Skills
- Critical Care
- Emergency care
- Cardiac care
- Oncology care
- Pulmonary care
- Geriatric care
- Neurological care
- Diabetes management
- Hospice care
- Surgical nursing
Certification
- ACLS 2026
- BLS 2027
- NIHSS 2025
Timeline
Staffing Resource Registered Nurse
Wake Medical Center
06.2002 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wake Technical Community College
Bachelor of Science - Interior Architecture
East Carolina University
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