Amanda Sherrick
Summary
Enthusiastic, experienced with patient care looking forward to continuing learning experiences and delivering excellent care. Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Procedures; RN
Sarah Bush Lincoln
08.2025 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments by reviewing medical histories, evaluating risk factors, and identifying care needs to support safe clinical decision‑making in both in‑person and virtual settings.
- Provide clear, empathetic patient education to individuals and families, ensuring understanding of procedures, care plans, and post‑treatment instructions through verbal, written, and digital communication channels.
- Coordinate care and obtain informed consent by verifying patient readiness, clarifying expectations, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Monitor patient status and clinical data using continuous observation, vital‑sign trends, and symptom reporting—skills directly transferable to remote monitoring platforms.
- Support providers during clinical interventions through effective communication, workflow coordination, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Manage recovery and identify complications early by assessing patient responses, escalating concerns appropriately, and guiding patients through follow‑up steps.
- Deliver structured discharge and follow‑up guidance to promote adherence, reduce readmissions, and enhance patient self‑management.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in electronic health records, ensuring continuity of care and compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
Interventional Radiology; RN
Carle Health Systems
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Deliver comprehensive patient assessments by evaluating complex medical histories, identifying care needs, and monitoring patient responses—skills directly applicable to virtual triage and remote clinical decision‑support.
- Educate patients and families clearly and compassionately, ensuring understanding of care plans, procedures, and self‑management strategies through verbal, written, and digital communication.
- Coordinate patient readiness and safety planning by assessing risks, preparing individuals for procedures, and developing tailored care plans that support continuity across in‑person and remote settings.
- Advocate for patient needs within the interdisciplinary team by communicating changes in condition, clarifying care priorities, and ensuring timely follow‑up.
- Evaluate patient progress and treatment response using clinical judgment, symptom assessment, and trend recognition—transferable to remote monitoring and telehealth platforms.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians and healthcare teams to review patient status, adjust care plans, and support high‑quality outcomes in dynamic environments.
- Adapt quickly to changing departmental needs, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, and the ability to manage diverse patient populations—qualities essential for remote workflows.
- Provide structured discharge and aftercare guidance, reinforcing understanding, answering questions, and promoting adherence to reduce complications and readmissions.
Emergency Department; RN
Sarah Bush Lincoln
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments for individuals with complex medical needs, using clinical judgment to evaluate symptoms, risk factors, and overall condition in support of safe, timely decision‑making.
- Perform triage and prioritize care based on physical, psychological, and social factors—skills directly applicable to remote triage, virtual intake, and telehealth workflows.
- Monitor patient status and identify early signs of deterioration, including arrhythmias and other high‑risk complications, demonstrating strong pattern recognition and rapid‑response capability.
- Administer medications safely and accurately in alignment with the “five rights,” reinforcing attention to detail and adherence to clinical standards relevant to remote medication reconciliation and patient education.
- Evaluate treatment response through observation and assessment, translating findings into clear, actionable communication for providers and care teams.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary staff to coordinate care plans, escalate concerns, and ensure continuity across settings—mirroring the communication demands of virtual care environments.
- Adapt to changing departmental needs, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, and the ability to manage diverse patient populations in fast‑paced settings.
- Provide structured discharge and aftercare education
Cardiac and Surgical Critical Care; RN
Flowers Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate high‑quality, patient‑centered care, ensuring timely communication and alignment of treatment goals across providers.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, synthesizing clinical data, vital‑sign trends, and symptom reports—skills directly applicable to remote triage and virtual patient monitoring.
- Monitored complex clinical conditions, including ventilatory status and hemodynamic stability, demonstrating strong analytical ability and early‑detection skills essential for remote surveillance platforms.
- Managed medication administration and treatment plans with precision and adherence to safety protocols, supporting remote medication reconciliation and patient education.
- Maintained accurate, real‑time documentation of patient status, interventions, and clinical changes to ensure continuity of care and regulatory compliance in digital health environments.
- Coordinated care for patients with advanced devices (e.g., central lines, Swan‑Ganz catheters), reinforcing expertise in interpreting high‑acuity data—transferable to remote monitoring and telehealth decision support.
- Adapted to rapidly changing clinical needs, demonstrating flexibility, critical thinking, and the ability to manage high‑acuity caseloads—qualities essential for remote workflows and virtual care coordination.
Cardiac Monitor Tech/Patient Care Tech
Dale Medical Center
04.2020 - 05.2022
- Maintain accurate digital records of cardiac rhythms, ensuring timely documentation and clear communication for nursing and provider teams.
- Provide continuous patient‑monitoring support, interpreting clinical data and identifying trends—skills directly applicable to remote monitoring platforms and virtual care environments.
- Observe and analyze cardiac rhythms to detect arrhythmias and other abnormalities, demonstrating strong pattern‑recognition and critical‑thinking abilities essential for telehealth triage.
- Recognize and escalate abnormal patient conditions using clinical judgment to support early intervention and safe, efficient care coordination.
- Train new staff on monitoring systems, offering guidance on workflow, equipment use, and best practices—experience that translates well to remote onboarding, virtual training, and system support roles.
- Deliver high‑quality patient care efficiently, balancing accuracy, timeliness, and compassionate communication in fast‑paced clinical settings.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Systems
05.2014 - 12.2017
- Support patient assessment and monitoring by tracking vital signs, recognizing changes in condition, and communicating updates promptly—skills directly applicable to remote symptom monitoring and virtual triage.
- Promote patient safety and daily functioning by assisting with ADLs and identifying risks or needs, reinforcing strong observational and problem‑solving abilities.
- Manage high‑volume communication through a multi‑line phone system, directing calls efficiently and providing clear, professional support to patients, families, and healthcare staff.
- Maintain accurate and organized medical records, ensuring completeness and compliance—an essential competency for remote documentation and EHR‑based workflows.
- Coordinate diagnostic testing, procedures, and follow‑up appointments, demonstrating strong administrative skills and the ability to streamline care across multiple providers and services.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Wallace Community College-Dothan
Dothan, AL01.2022
Bachelor of Biological Sciences - undefined
Eastern Illinois University-Charleston
Charleston, IL01.2019
Skills
- Analytical problem-solving
- Compassionate
- Goal-oriented
- Advanced computer skills
- Experience with multiple EMR
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Chart updating and documentation
- Prior Authorization
- Ability to work independently
- Clinical Review
- Care planning
- Reporting and documentation
- Care plan development
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- Holistic Life Coaching and Somatic Body Healing Certification
Timeline
Special Procedures; RN
Sarah Bush Lincoln
08.2025 - Current
Interventional Radiology; RN
Carle Health Systems
11.2023 - 04.2025
Emergency Department; RN
Sarah Bush Lincoln
07.2022 - 11.2023
Cardiac and Surgical Critical Care; RN
Flowers Hospital
05.2022 - 12.2022
Cardiac Monitor Tech/Patient Care Tech
Dale Medical Center
04.2020 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Systems
05.2014 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Biological Sciences - undefined
Eastern Illinois University-Charleston
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Wallace Community College-Dothan