Amanda Swan
Lexington,SC
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive nursing experience and a strong background in care coordination, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in evaluating patient needs and coordinating resources to ensure safe and efficient transitions of care. Known for strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a patient-centered approach that supports quality outcomes and efficient healthcare delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Operating Room
Prisma Health Baptist
Columbia, SC
07.2018 - Current
- Weekend Charge Nurse
- Project Participant for Improving Turnover Times
- Participant in Joint Commission Survey Preparedness
- Nurse Preceptor
Administrative Assistant
City of Columbia Police Department
Columbia, SC
08.2012 - 06.2018
- Analyzed and coded incident and arrest reports in accordance with departmental protocols and legal standards.
- Communicated effectively with the public and internal staff, providing information, resolving inquiries, and delivering high-quality customer service in a law enforcement setting.
- Served as Chauffeur Licensing Coordinator, managing application intake, documentation review, and compliance verification for city licensing requirements.
- Handled sensitive and confidential information in accordance with privacy and security protocols.
Risk Specialist
Material Risk Assessment
Irmo, SC
03.2009 - 08.2012
- Processed and managed workers’ compensation and general liability claims, ensuring timely and accurate documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted risk assessments for workers’ compensation and general liability claims, identifying potential exposures and supporting preventative measures.
- Supported the identification of high-risk trends by conducting risk assessments and contributing data for safety reporting and loss prevention initiatives.
Education
MSN -
Western Governors University
UT08.2025
BSN - undefined
American Public University
WV05.2022
ADN - undefined
Midlands Technical College
SC05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Central Piedmont Community College
NC05.2012
Skills
- Perioperative Nursing Expertise
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Weekend Charge Nurse Leadership
- Unit Coordination and Supervision
- Workflow Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Patient Care Coordination
- Communication and Negotiation
- Patient and family education
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Needs assessment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
Accomplishments
- Served as the department Magnet Champion, promoting nursing excellence initiatives, evidence-based practice, and engagement with Magnet principles across the surgical team.
- Selected as Team Member Engagement Survey Ambassador, encouraging staff participation, communicating feedback themes, and supporting initiatives to improve workplace culture and team engagement.
- Advocated for patient safety and quality care by ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs and coordinate resources necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving workflow efficiency, patient throughput, and surgical care delivery
- Educated patients and families regarding procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care plans to support safe transitions of care.
- Served as a communication liaison between surgical teams, nursing units, and patients to ensure continuity of care throughout the perioperative process.
- Coordinated patient care across multidisciplinary teams including surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and ancillary services to support safe and efficient treatment plans.
- Supported efficient patient flow and operational processes in a high-acuity surgical environment while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Demonstrated strong critical thinking and prioritization skills while managing complex patient care situations
Certification
- Registered Nurse, SC, Multi-State License #245123, Expires 2026-04-30.
- SC Notary Public, Expires 2035-04-08.
- BLS, Expires October, 2027.
Timeline
RN, Operating Room
Prisma Health Baptist
07.2018 - Current
Administrative Assistant
City of Columbia Police Department
08.2012 - 06.2018
Risk Specialist
Material Risk Assessment
03.2009 - 08.2012
BSN - undefined
American Public University
ADN - undefined
Midlands Technical College
MSN -
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Central Piedmont Community College