Amber Adams
Coulterville,Illinois
Summary
Adept at delivering compassionate care and clinical judgment, I significantly enhanced patient outcomes at Pinckneyville Correctional Center by streamlining medication processes and reducing self-harm incidents. My expertise in health education and behavioral management, coupled with a proven track record in healthcare coordination, positions me as a valuable asset to any medical team.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Registered Nurse
Pinckneyville Correctional Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided critical health education to inmates, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
- Developed professional relationships with fellow nurses, physicians, and corrections officers to foster teamwork in delivering quality patient care.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of inmate needs, adjusting care plans accordingly for improved health outcomes.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm among inmates by providing mental health support and crisis intervention services.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, performing life-saving interventions as necessary.
- Supported newly hired nurses through mentorship initiatives, sharing knowledge and expertise to help them succeed in the correctional nursing environment.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal inmate care and successful rehabilitation outcomes.
- Increased patient satisfaction through empathetic listening and addressing inmate concerns in a timely manner.
- Upheld ethical nursing standards in all interactions with patients, colleagues, corrections officers, and other stakeholders within the correctional setting.
- Maintained accurate medical records for legal compliance, contributing to a well-organized healthcare system within the correctional facility.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Harrisburg Medical Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Tenova Healthcare
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Heartland Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Med Surg
Washington County Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- 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.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sparta Community Hospital
07.2012 - 03.2021
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- 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.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
School Registered Nurse
Nashville Middle School
09.2019 - 10.2019
- Maintained accurate documentation of student medical records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Organized professional development opportunities for teachers regarding student-specific medical conditions like diabetes and asthma management.
- Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
- Established strong relationships with parents; communicating about their children''s health needs regularly to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Ensured timely medical attention for students by efficiently managing the school clinic and triaging cases.
- Supported students with special needs by collaborating with teachers, counselors, and parents to provide individualized care plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased accuracy and safety in daily operations.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
Registered Nurse
Nashville Community High School
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Maintained accurate documentation of student medical records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
- Ensured timely medical attention for students by efficiently managing the school clinic and triaging cases.
- Supported students with special needs by collaborating with teachers, counselors, and parents to provide individualized care plans.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Washington County Hospital
01.2016 - 02.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- 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.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Medical Assistant
Sparta Community Hospital
08.2004 - 06.2012
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL05.2012
High School Diploma -
Coulterville High School
Coulterville, IL05.2003
Skills
Clinical judgment
Compassionate Care
Behavioral Management
De-Escalation Techniques
Healthcare coordination
Vital signs monitoring
Support and education
Patient confidentiality
Physical assessments
Immunization Administration
Medication Administration
Medical Terminology
Health Education
Timeline
Correctional Registered Nurse
Pinckneyville Correctional Center
03.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Harrisburg Medical Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Tenova Healthcare
07.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Heartland Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, Med Surg
Washington County Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2022
School Registered Nurse
Nashville Middle School
09.2019 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse
Nashville Community High School
03.2019 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Washington County Hospital
01.2016 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sparta Community Hospital
07.2012 - 03.2021
Medical Assistant
Sparta Community Hospital
08.2004 - 06.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kaskaskia College
High School Diploma -
Coulterville High School
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