Amber Bissonette
Whitefield
Summary
Detail-oriented nursing professional specializing in ICU patient care. Skilled in medication administration, rapid assessment, and implementing critical care protocols to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to continuous education and collaborative care in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
DHMC
Lebanon
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
- Initiated resuscitation measures following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Facilitated smooth admission and discharge processes for ICU patients, ensuring continuity of care.
- Provided post-operative care after major surgeries such as heart bypasses or organ transplants.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections within the ICU.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans.
- Communicated patients' preferences to healthcare teams, acting as liaison between patients, families, and providers.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and medication management to promote recovery and adherence.
Registered Nurse
Littleton regional healthcare
Littleton
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Administered immunotherapy to patients with chronic allergies or asthma.
- Administered allergy tests and interpreted results for treatment planning.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify allergy symptoms and triggers.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments and adjusted therapy accordingly.
- Educated patients on allergy management and prevention strategies.
- Trained new staff on allergy protocols and best practices in patient care.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control protocols.
Medical Assistant
Littleton Regional Healthcare
07.2022 - 05.2025
- Assisted physicians and nursing personnel with injections, phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures.
- Triaged patients and conducted vital checks to optimize patient flow and support timely care.
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure readings, height and weight measurements.
- Documented medical data in patient charts to ensure accuracy and completeness of records.
- Organized charts before each patient visit in order to ensure that all relevant information is available during the exam.
- Executed administrative duties including data entry, answering phones, ordering supplies, and managing patient records to maintain efficient office operations.
Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant
WMC
Lancaster
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Collected blood samples from patients using proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample collections.
- Prepared and labeled samples for laboratory analysis following strict guidelines.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of phlebotomy workstations and equipment.
- Provided compassionate patient care, easing anxiety during sample collection procedures.
- Trained junior staff on phlebotomy techniques and safety measures in the lab.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with patients.
LNA
COOS COUNTY NURSING HOME
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Successfully drew blood from patients of all ages and skill levels in a timely manner.
- Accurately documented patient information into electronic health records systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of safety protocols, including proper handling of contaminated needles and biohazardous materials.
- Developed a thorough understanding of laboratory protocol and procedure for collecting patient samples.
- Prepared labels, forms, reports, and other paperwork related to specimen collection processes accurately and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
WHITE MOUNTAINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
NH05-2025
Skills
- Medication administration/ IV High risk medication management
- Vasopressor titration
- Sedation titration
- DKA protocol
- Compassionate care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Infectious disease control
- Life-sustaining machines
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Gastrostomy buttons experience
- Continuous Telemetry monitoring and interpretation
- Assessment techniques
- Pulmonary care
- Airway management
- Caring for patients on ventilators
- Titration techniques
- Resuscitation measures
- Assisting with bedside ICU procedures
Certification
- ACLS
- Phlebotomy
- Medical Assistant
- Allergy certification
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Nominee
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DHMC
09.2025 - 07.2026
Registered Nurse
Littleton regional healthcare
06.2025 - 09.2025
Medical Assistant
Littleton Regional Healthcare
07.2022 - 05.2025
Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant
WMC
01.2018 - 09.2020
LNA
COOS COUNTY NURSING HOME
07.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
WHITE MOUNTAINS COMMUNITY COLLEGE