Amanda Nilsen
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
I am an experienced Registered Nurse with 20 years of clinical experience and 9 years of management experience in the area of Chronic Kidney Disease. I have functioned in the role of patient care technician, staff nurse, charge nurse, acute care nurse, nurse manager and facility administrator in the outpatient dialysis clinic. I am highly motivated nurse that demonstrates continuous growth and is seeking a position that will challenge me to become and even better leader.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Administrator
US Renal Care
04.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the overall daily management and operation of the clinic.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Managed facility maintenance schedules, optimizing workflow and reducing downtime.
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for facility administration, developing future leaders in the field.
- Managed personnel matters, including hiring, onboarding, evaluations, and promotions.
Facility Administrator/Nurse Manager
Fresinius Kidney Care/American Renal Care
01.2015 - 04.2023
- Overseeing the review and evaluation of patient care in accordance with the ESRD Network, regulatory agencies, DCI's CQI program and the individual clinic's requirements. Developing and implementing standards of care and providing patient care. Review of financial operations of the clinic. Supervision of clinical, social work, renal nutrition and technical staff. Interviewing, hiring, training employees. Planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Minimized operational costs by efficiently managing budgets and reducing expenses.
- Streamlined facility operations by implementing efficient policies and procedures.
- Coordinated cross-departmental efforts for smooth facility operations during high-demand periods.
- Established a culture of teamwork among staff members, fostering collaboration towards common goals.
- Developed long-term strategies for continuous improvement in facility performance metrics.
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
01.2013 - 03.2015
- Education and training of new and existing staff members for work in the dialysis setting. This training included classroom theory as well as clinical training. Responsibilities included OSHA training, lab draws, CPR instruction, and annual updates for all employees.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration, participating in team meetings and collaborating with physicians on treatment plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality hemodialysis care and monitoring vital signs during treatment.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for dialysis patients by implementing individualized care plans and thorough patient education.
- Nurtured strong relationships with community partners such as nephrologists, social workers, and dietitians to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient care.
- Ensured patient safety with strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper handling of equipment.
- Streamlined communication between the dialysis team, ensuring timely updates on patient progress and changes in treatment plans.
- Effectively managed emergency situations arising during dialysis treatments such as hypotensive episodes or access site bleeding.
- Assisted in vascular access evaluations alongside physicians to determine suitable options for each individual patient''s needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Delivered high-quality patient care during acute dialysis treatments, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients undergoing dialysis.
- Conducted regular assessments of equipment functionality, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.,m
Patient Care Technician Registered Dialysis Nurse
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
01.2006 - 12.2012
- Direct patient care which included physical assessment, initiation, monitoring and termination of dialysis treatments as well as any interventions needed while the patients received treatment. Administering medications such as Epogen, vitamin D, IV iron, antibiotics, and other PRN meds. Interaction with physicians during clinic rounds.
- Upheld regulatory compliance within the facility by staying current on industry standards and adapting practices accordingly.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during difficult emotional periods, fostering a positive treatment experience.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Bachelor - Nursing
American Sentinel University
CO01-2013
Associate - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg01-2011
Skills
- Medical staff relations
- Staff training and development
- Patient safety
- Organizational leadership
- Healthcare management
Certification
- Certified Nephrology Nurse, NNCC, 1998
- Registered Nurse, SC Licensing & Labor, 1992
Timeline
Facility Administrator
US Renal Care
04.2023 - Current
Facility Administrator/Nurse Manager
Fresinius Kidney Care/American Renal Care
01.2015 - 04.2023
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
01.2013 - 03.2015
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 12.2013
Patient Care Technician Registered Dialysis Nurse
Dialysis Clinic Inc.
01.2006 - 12.2012
Bachelor - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Associate - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
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