Amanda Taylor, BSN, RN-CCTN
Summary
Hardworking Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. A strong passion for the transplant patient population and committed to providing best-in-class patient care and education to this delicate population through their life-long transplant journey. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Commitment to expanding my knowledge base and building my practice. Self-starter who works well independently or in a team environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Transplant Hepatology Unit
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
08.2020 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs, and caring for transplant patients pre and post-operatively, and Thoracic surgery patient population
- Admission of pre-operative abdominal and lung transplant patients for work-up for transplant surgery and drawing necessary labs, placing IV's, administering immunosuppression medications, and educating patients/families before surgery
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions
- Worked as Relief Charge RN coordinating RN/PCA assignments, attending MDR, and supporting the unit as a whole
- Worked with Multidisciplinary team as a STEP RN to coordinate patient discharges and provide patient/family education on medications and post-operative care for abdominal transplant surgery patients and acute care patients
- Close collaboration with Pharmacy and Transplant Coordinators to facilitate all transplant discharges
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted in daily living activities for patients, promoting independence and dignity throughout the caregiving process.
- Maintained patient confidentiality at all times, adhering to HIPAA regulations and respecting their right to privacy throughout the caregiving process.
- Performed blood glucose checks, emptied all drain types, and managed foley catheter care
- Conducted regular rounds throughout assigned unit checking on the well-being of patients and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Performed patient mobility for all patients
Nursing Student
Platt College
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders, Denver Health
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste products in appropriate bins
- 1:1 Sitter for patients on Acute Care Eating Disorder Unit to ensure patient safety and comfort
Front Office Assistant
Ponderosa Family Physicians
11.2012 - 12.2016
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by maintaining strict confidentiality with all patient records and information.
- Managed a high volume of incoming calls, addressing inquiries, and providing exceptional customer service to patients.
- Handled patient messages to physicians for prescriptions refills e.g.
- Assisted with medical records conversion from paper charts to electronic health records in 2013
Debt Collector
Professional Bureau of Collections
04.2012 - 11.2012
- Collected on delinquent accounts to reduce overdue balances.
- Resolved customer disputes and disagreements through professional, calm communication to find mutually beneficial solutions.
- Educated debtors about repayment options, enabling them to make informed decisions while preserving positive business relationships.
- Developed strong relationships with customers to foster timely payments and account resolution.
- Worked in a call center setting taking incoming payments and contacting debtors directly
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Platt College
Greenwood Village, CO03-2020
Skills
- Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse
- Medication & IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient discharge
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse License - April 2020-Present
- Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse - June 2024-Present
- Basic Life Support - June 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Transplant Hepatology Unit
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
08.2020 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders, Denver Health
04.2018 - 01.2019
Nursing Student
Platt College
01.2017 - 03.2020
Front Office Assistant
Ponderosa Family Physicians
11.2012 - 12.2016
Debt Collector
Professional Bureau of Collections
04.2012 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Platt College
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