Amanda Rooker
Hastings,NE
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with proven teaching expertise and devotion to building up new nurses with skills necessary to excel in today's healthcare settings. Top-notch clinical expertise, sound judgment and strengths in workflow optimization and strategic planning. Vigilant and conscientious about isolating and resolving concerns.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Instructor
Central Community College
Grand Island, NE
01.2021 - Current
- Oriented and provided instruction to 10 students during clinical rotations.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Strived to continuously update course strategies and content based on current trends and technological advancements in healthcare.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Maintained student attendance records and grades using Moodle and Canvas.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing and community health care practices
Registered Nurse
Mary Lanning Healthcare
Hastings, NE
05.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored up to 6 patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Central Community College
Grand Island, NE
10.2017 - 12.2020
- Oriented and provided instruction to 10 students during clinical rotations.
- Monitored progress of each student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of clinical placements.
- Developed and created clinical assignments to assess student skills.
- Coached underperforming students to help meet clinical objectives
- Identified and assigned appropriate activities and projects to enhance student learning.
- Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
- Trained 10 students to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives.
Registered Nurse II
CHI Health Saint Francis
Grand Island, NE
12.2013 - 05.2017
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Oversaw delivery of care for up to six patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Registered Nurse
Memorial Community Care
Aurora, NE
06.2013 - 11.2013
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes and treatment implementations for up to 40 residents.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
Medication Aide
Prairie Winds Assisted Living Center
Doniphan, NE
02.2013 - 07.2013
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy.
- Assisted up to 5 patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Veteran's Home
Grand Island, NE
11.2011 - 08.2012
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained up to 10 patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing And Allied Health
Omaha, NE12.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NEAssociate of Science - Nursing
Central Community College
Grand Island, NE05.2013
Skills
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Curriculum Development
- Teaching material preparation
- Course content development
- Academic advisement
- Alternative learning styles
- Clinical instruction
- Program accreditation
- Managing simulation equipment
- Supervising students
Timeline
Nursing Instructor
Central Community College
01.2021 - Current
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Central Community College
10.2017 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse
Mary Lanning Healthcare
05.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse II
CHI Health Saint Francis
12.2013 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
Memorial Community Care
06.2013 - 11.2013
Medication Aide
Prairie Winds Assisted Living Center
02.2013 - 07.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Veteran's Home
11.2011 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing And Allied Health
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Bellevue University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Community College
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