Amanda Turton MSN, RN
Orlando,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated RN and substitute teacher with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Lake Highland Preparatory School & Park Maitland
Orlando , FL
08.2023 - Current
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employed
Orlando , FL
05.2017 - 08.2023
- Successfully managed household responsibilities and provided care for children, ensuring their overall well-being and development.
- Created and implemented schedules, coordinated activities, and maintained a safe and nurturing environment.
- Fostered open and effective communication with family members, establishing strong relationships built on trust and respect.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills by efficiently managing household finances, meal planning, and scheduling appointments.
RN - Pre-Operative and PACU, Cardiac Cath Lab
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, FL
11.2015 - 05.2017
- Prepared patients prior to surgery. Checked consents. Reviewed and implemented physician orders.
- Communicated with CRNA's and circulating nurses prior to patient leaving pre-op.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Administered medications during procedures to reduce problems from anxiety, blood pressure and other conditions.
- Employed sound nursing practice to carry out nursing assessments, procedures and treatments for cardiac cath lab patients.
- Tracked oxygenation, blood pressure and heart rate during procedures.
- STEMI Call
RN - Multisystem Intensive Care Unit
Advent Health Orlando
Orlando , FL
08.2015 - 11.2015
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
RN - Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant ICU
Baylor Medical Center
Dallas, TX
05.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed care for patients from time of admission, through hospital stay till discharge
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Given the complexity of transplant patients and the various regimens throughout their course of care, patient education was a necessary component of their daily care.
RN - Cardiac Cath Lab, Patient Prep and Recovery
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
Plan0, TX
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Provided on-call care 24/7
- Cross trained to work in the Pre/Post catheterization area
- Able to educate patients and families from admission to outpatient area through discharge
- Employed sound nursing practice to carry out nursing assessments, procedures and treatments for cardiac cath lab patients.
- Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters and pacemaker installations.
- Assessed patients before and after procedures and offered specialized care targeted on individual needs to achieve optimal recoveries.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Harris Methodist Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
08.2012 - 10.2013
- Leader for Team Education
- Managed monthly education board, planned continuing education events
- Charge RN
- Cross trained to work in Electrophysiology Lab
- Cross trained to work in pre and post procedure areas.
- Cross trained to scrub assist physician’s during ST-elevation myocardial infarction
RN - Critical Care/Trauma ICU
John Peter Smith Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
01.2009 - 08.2012
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification maintained during employment.
- Knowledge of sepsis protocol implemented by ICU physician and able to assist new staff in care of the 'code sepsis' patient.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing With Focus in Healthcare Simulation
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX12.2008
Skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities developed through managing household responsibilities and raising children
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostered through interactions with various individuals in different settings
- Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing situations
- Proficient in documentation and charting on various platforms
- Detail-oriented and capable of maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in various tasks
- Instructional Strategies
- Safety Awareness
- Activity Management
License and Certifications
- Florida RN License
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Active
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Active
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Lake Highland Preparatory School & Park Maitland
08.2023 - Current
Stay at Home Mom
Self-employed
05.2017 - 08.2023
RN - Pre-Operative and PACU, Cardiac Cath Lab
Orlando Regional Medical Center
11.2015 - 05.2017
RN - Multisystem Intensive Care Unit
Advent Health Orlando
08.2015 - 11.2015
RN - Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant ICU
Baylor Medical Center
05.2014 - 07.2015
RN - Cardiac Cath Lab, Patient Prep and Recovery
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
10.2013 - 05.2014
RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Harris Methodist Fort Worth
08.2012 - 10.2013
RN - Critical Care/Trauma ICU
John Peter Smith Hospital
01.2009 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Nursing With Focus in Healthcare Simulation
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Christian University
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