Amber Austin
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Clinical Support Resource Nurse
Corpus Christi Medical Center
Corpus Christi, Texas
06.2023 - Current
- Demonstrate leadership skills by mentoring new staff members.
- Conduct daily rounds on newly graduated nurse residents, experienced nurses new to the company, international nurses, and new to the medical surgical specialty.
- Identify potential safety risks or hazards within the work environment.
- Respond appropriately to emergency situations while maintaining professional composure.
- Participate in continuing education activities related to specialty area of practice.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was provided.
Charge Nurse, Medical Surgical/Observation Unit
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctor's Regional
Corpus Christi, Texas
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Relief Charge Nurse, Medical Surgical
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctor's Regional
Corpus Christi, Texas
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Served as a mentor to new nurses providing guidance on clinical practice issues related to patient care needs.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases or develop discharge planning strategies for patients requiring long-term care placement options.
- Provided leadership by serving as a role model for professional behavior while promoting a safe working environment.
- Coordinated shift activities including staffing assignments, delegated duties, and managed staff breaks.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctor's Regional
Corpus Christi, Texas
10.2020 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing safe and effective care for all assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life situations or unexpected diagnoses.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients through active listening skills and empathy.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX05-2020
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN): 1003786 (Expires May 2026)
- HCA Preceptor Certification (Expires May 2026)
- Medical Surgical Board Certification, ANCC (Expires August 2028)
- Advanced Life Support Experienced Provider, American Red Cross (Expires October 2023)
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, American Red Cross (Expires October 2024)
- Cardiovascular Registered Nurse Board Certification, American Board of Cardiovascular Medicine (Expires April 2025)
Accomplishments
- Corpus Christi Medical Center Good Catch Award 12/2021
Workplace Committees/Councils
- Professional Development & Culture Council Member (May 2024 - Present)
- Pressure Injury Prevention Committee Member (November 2023-Present)
- Nursing Practice Council Member (October 2023 - Present)
- Unit Based Council 2West Chairmen (January 2024 - July 2024)
- Unit Based Council 3North Co-Chairmen (August 2022-January 2023)
Professional Memberships
- American Nurses Association Member (December 2023 - Present)
- Texas Nurses Association Member (December 2023 - Present)
- Sigma Theta Tau Member (October 2023 - Present)
Timeline
Clinical Support Resource Nurse
Corpus Christi Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse, Medical Surgical/Observation Unit
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctor's Regional
01.2023 - 06.2024
Relief Charge Nurse, Medical Surgical
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctor's Regional
07.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Corpus Christi Medical Center - Doctor's Regional
10.2020 - 01.2023
Master of Science - Nurse Educator
Galen College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
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