Amanda Pickel
Concordia,KS
Summary
Highly trained critical care nursing professional accomplished in managing patients' conditions and delivering key treatments. Expert in monitoring health and care to proactively meet individual patients' needs. Fully qualified and certified to care for patients with wide range of histories and care requirements. Extensive experience in respiratory and cardiac care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems
Beloit, KS
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Republic County Hospital
Belleville, KS
05.2023 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and instructed for home sleep studies.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by monitoring physiological responses using specialized equipment such as spirometers or pulse oximeters.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Salina Regional Health Center
Salina, KS
04.2002 - 08.2024
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use on patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive plans for patient care.
- Performed diagnostic tests on patients such as arterial blood gas analysis, pulmonary function testing, and sleep studies.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient assessments, treatments, medications administered and outcomes of treatments.
- Managed mechanical ventilation systems including setting up ventilators and adjusting settings according to physician orders.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to advances in respiratory care practices.
- Assessed patient's progress during treatments and reported results to physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Consulted with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment options for patients with complex conditions.
- Administered medication and ventilatory support.
- Conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway maintenance.
- Performed bronchopulmonary drainage and assisted patients with breathing exercises.
- Adhered to standards of excellence for respiratory care and diagnostic services.
- Set up and monitored mechanical ventilators and handled associated critical care duties.
- Performed endotracheal intubation to maintain open airways for patients unable to breathe on own.
- Set up and operated mechanical ventilators, therapeutic gas administration apparatus and aerosol generators, following specified parameters of treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs, arterial blood gases or blood chemistry changes, consulting with physician during adverse reactions.
- Demonstrated respiratory care procedures to trainees or other healthcare personnel.
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cloud County Health Center
Concordia, KS
07.2018 - 05.2022
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving respiratory distress or cardiac arrest.
- Conducted EKGs, EEG's, stress testing or lung capacity tests.
- Maintained patient airways with endotracheal intubation.
- Ordered medical supplies necessary for providing quality respiratory care services.
- Assessed and developed care plans for patients attending cardiac rehab post-cardiac event. Monitored, instructed, and educated patients going through the cardiac rehab program.
- Provided education related to prevention strategies for reducing the risk of developing chronic respiratory diseases.
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hospital
Abilene, KS
08.1999 - 04.2002
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Hospital
Kansas City, KS
07.1999 - 07.2001
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Salina Regional Health Center
Salina, KS
04.1997 - 07.1999
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Mary's Convent
Concordia, KS
05.1996 - 11.1997
Certified Nursing Assistant
Park Villa Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center
Clyde, KS
04.1995 - 05.1996
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cloud County Community College
Concordia, KS05-2024
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, KS07-2001
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Reliable and Responsible
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Endotracheal Intubations and resuscitation
- Patient Monitoring
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- IV setup
- Electronic Charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Dosage Calculation
- Tracheostomy Care
- Intubation
Certification
- Registered Nurse, KSBN
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, KSBHA and NBRC
- ACLS, PALS, NRP, BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems
06.2024 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Republic County Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Cloud County Health Center
07.2018 - 05.2022
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Salina Regional Health Center
04.2002 - 08.2024
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Memorial Hospital
08.1999 - 04.2002
Certified Nursing Assistant
Presbyterian Hospital
07.1999 - 07.2001
Certified Nursing Assistant
Salina Regional Health Center
04.1997 - 07.1999
Certified Nursing Assistant
Saint Mary's Convent
05.1996 - 11.1997
Certified Nursing Assistant
Park Villa Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center
04.1995 - 05.1996
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Cloud County Community College
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Kansas City Kansas Community College
- Registered Nurse, KSBN
- Registered Respiratory Therapist, KSBHA and NBRC
- ACLS, PALS, NRP, BLS
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