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Amanda M. Van Winkle

Columbus,GA

Summary

Experienced highly motivated healthcare professional with a proven history of superior performance at individual, team, and organizational levels. Exceptional at time management, prioritization, critical thinking, communication, and balancing multiple professional roles while being flexible, reliable, and adaptable to ensure efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Handles patients' needs with a friendly, knowledgeable approach while effectively meeting the demands of a busy work environment and maintaining compliance with company standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

IMCU Registered Nurse

Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown Campus
Columbus, GA
12.2023 - Current
  • Administer medications and monitor patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans and treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and adherence to health protocols.
  • Conduct thorough assessments, identifying critical changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
  • Train new nursing staff, nursing students, and new grads on protocols and best practices, enhancing team efficiency and patient safety.
  • Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Serve as fill in charge nurse on our unit and other units in need.
  • Provide skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse

Columbus Specialty Hospital
Columbus, GA
08.2021 - Current
  • Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition to inform clinical decisions.
  • Managed central lines, urinary catheters, rectal tubes/ colostomies, peg tubes, chest tubes, ventilators, tracheostomies, and critical care drips.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Evaluated patient outcomes, conducting assessments to refine care approaches for improved efficacy.
  • Communicated patient care, departmental issues, and staff concerns to the appropriate leader.
  • Educated patients and family members about medications, procedures, care plan instructions, and end of life care.
  • Managed multiple patients at the same time with high energy and organization.
  • Functioned as the charge nurse, made patient care assignments, balanced acuity, skillfully managed conflict, and explored problem solving alternatives while maintaining a courteous and professional behavior.
  • Drew blood and collected/prepared specimens for lab analysis.
  • Determined appropriate nursing interventions for identified problems, symptoms, and behavioral changes.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA
08-2021

Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, And EKG Technician -

Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TX
10-2016

State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) -

Alia Health Services
Westerville, OH
02-2011

High School Diploma -

Utica High School
Utica, OH
06-1999

Graphic Design And Printing -

Licking County Joint Vocational School
Newark, OH
05-1999

Skills

  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Certified
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Resource Management
  • Coaching and Mentorship
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Multidirectional Clarity and Team Alignment
  • Leadership
  • Focused Patient Care and Situational Awareness
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Compassionate, Caring, and Supportive
  • Emotional Intelligence and Empathy
  • Effective Delegation

Timeline

IMCU Registered Nurse

Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown Campus
12.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse

Columbus Specialty Hospital
08.2021 - Current

Associate of Science - Nursing

Columbus Technical College

Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, And EKG Technician -

Texas A&M University - Kingsville

State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) -

Alia Health Services

High School Diploma -

Utica High School

Graphic Design And Printing -

Licking County Joint Vocational School