Amanda Popolizio
Downingtown,PA
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with 10+ years of experience in emergency and procedural care. Strong background in patient assessment, IV access, sedation monitoring, and electronic charting. Recognized for leadership, staff mentoring, and clear coordination with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to support safe, efficient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Pottstown Ambulatory Center/SCA
Pottstown, Pennsylvania
06.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs during sedation and recovery, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Supported gastroenterologists during colonoscopy and upper endoscopy procedures.
- Administered intravenous medications and observed patient responses to ensure effective pain management.
- Managed emergency situations quickly and efficiently ensuring positive outcomes for the patient.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care delivery throughout the procedure.
- Documented assessments, medications, and procedure details in electronic records.
- Coordinated procedure schedules with physicians, technicians, and nursing staff to optimize workflow.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Prepared patients for endoscopy appointments in outpatient setting.
- Utilized specialized tools such as forceps or snares to remove tissue samples or lesions from within the body cavity safely.
Registered Nurse
Patient First
Pottstown, Pennsylvania
04.2014 - 06.2023
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Mentored staff nurses on unit procedures and patient care routines, enhancing team competency and patient care quality.
- Precepted new nurses by orienting to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and guiding professional development.
- Communicated care priorities with physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Escalated clinical concerns and resolved workflow issues during shift operations, ensuring seamless patient care delivery.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Allentown, Pennsylvania
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Administered comprehensive nursing care in high-pressure emergency situations, ensuring rapid response to patient needs.
- Assessed patient needs and implemented targeted interventions, enhancing recovery and stability.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care, optimizing treatment plans and improving overall outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Immaculata University
Malvern, PA05-2012
Skills
- Endoscopy nursing
- Sedation monitoring
- IV medication administration
- Emergency response
- Patient assessment
- Skilled IV access
- Electronic charting
- ACLS/BLS certified
- Critical thinking
- Nursing leadership
- Team collaboration
- Professional bedside manner
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Pottstown Ambulatory Center/SCA
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Patient First
04.2014 - 06.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Lehigh Valley Health Network
06.2012 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Immaculata University