Amber Anderson
Etowah,TN
Summary
Achieved board certification as a family nurse practitioner and adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioner, leveraging over 10 years of diverse clinical experience in neurology, critical care, perioperative, and post-anesthesia care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient General Neurology
Bradley Medical Center
Cleveland, TN, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw management of complex neurological conditions, including epilepsy, migraines, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis, in an outpatient clinic setting.
- Conducted comprehensive patient evaluations and developed evidence-based management plans.
- Facilitated collaboration with neurologists and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and education.
- Administered botulinum toxin (Botox) injections to prevent chronic migraines.
Nurse Practitioner - Neurology Fellowship (Advanced Practice Provider)
Duke University Medical Center
Durham, NC, USA
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Completed an intensive fellowship in neurology.
- Gained advanced skills in seizure management and headache medicine.
- Conducted inpatient and outpatient neurological assessments with supervision from attending neurologists.
Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Starr Regional Medical Center
Athens, TN, USA
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Provided immediate post-operative care for surgical patients, monitoring hemodynamic stability and pain control.
- Reduced recovery times by implementing enhanced patient monitoring protocols.
Registered Nurse - Critical Care & LTACH (Travel)
Maxim Healthcare
Various Locations, USA
02.2020 - 08.2022
- Staffed at multiple ICUs and LTACH facilities.
- Managed ventilated patients, sepsis cases, and complex comorbidities.
- Adapted quickly to new clinical environments during staffing shortages.
Registered Nurse - Neurological Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN, USA
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Delivered critical care for patients with traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and post-neurosurgical complications.
- Assisted with advanced procedures including ventriculostomy placement and ICP monitoring.
Registered Nurse - Neuro/Spine Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Tennessee Medical Center
Knoxville, TN, USA
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Managed pre- and post-operative spine and neurosurgical patients.
- Educated patients and families on recovery, mobility, and rehabilitation strategies.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner & Family Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
05.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
South College
09.2015
Associate of Science - undefined
Cleveland State Community College
05.2012
Skills
Preventive care
Patient education
Health promotion
Interprofessional collaboration
Differential diagnosis
Patient examination
Treatment plan development
Advanced physical examination
Chronic disease management
Diagnosis and treatment
Direct patient care
Healthcare management
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
- American Academy of Neurology
- Sigma Theta Tau - International Honor Society of Nursing
Certifications And Licensure
- FNP-BC - Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified
- AGACNP-BC - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified
- Tennessee Nurse Practitioner (NP) & Registered Nurse Licenses
- BLS & ACLS
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient General Neurology
Bradley Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner - Neurology Fellowship (Advanced Practice Provider)
Duke University Medical Center
10.2022 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse - Critical Care & LTACH (Travel)
Maxim Healthcare
02.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Starr Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse - Neurological Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse - Neuro/Spine Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Tennessee Medical Center
09.2015 - 12.2016
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner & Family Nurse Practitioner
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
South College
Associate of Science - undefined
Cleveland State Community College