Amber Chapman
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Knowledgeable House Supervisor and Registered Nurse with background in managing daily operations and staff coordination in high-demand environments. Experienced in Long-term and Hospice care. Highly skilled in delivering direct patient care and helping patients meet recovery goals. Demonstrates competence and success in improving patient satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills while fostering effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Supervisor/RN Floor Nurse
Cornerstone Specialty Hospital
02.2019 - Current
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to asses standards and quality of care.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly and effectively, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient processes and utilizing resources effectively.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on hospital policies and procedures, fostering professional growth and development.
Charge/Floor Nurse
Grand Cove Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2016 - 02.2019
- Successfully managed the care of 20+ residents
- Supervising and evaluating CNA's on assigned unit
- Preparation and administering medications/treatments according to facility policy
- Confirming and reorder of resident medications
- Ensuring physical, emotional, and social needs of residents are met
- Consulting with physicians, receiving and transcribing orders and records
- Delivering non-pharmaceutical interventions when necessary
- Reviewing and following the care plans of residents under my care
- Providing resident-family education on proper care
Clinical Rotation
St. Elizabeth Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Completed 140+ hours on Cardiovascular ICU, under the supervision of assigned preceptor
- Completed rotations on L&D, NICU, OR, ER, and PACU units
- Performed physical assessments and obtained all vital signs for each patient
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history/information needed for appropriate plan of care
- Administration of medications on assigned units
- Documented all nursing interventions, patient care, and progress per facility policy
Patient Liaison/Lab Assistant
Applegate Recovery Clinic
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Scheduling patient orientation and monthly/weekly appointments
- Maintained patient charts and confidential files
- Maintained accurate records of medication prescriptions, patient condition and rehab progress
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
- Performed/recorded patient weekly drug-screenings and pregnancy tests according to policy and procedure
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Upward Mobility Nursing
Lamar State College
Orange, TX12-2018
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Lamar State College
Orange, TX12-2015
Skills
- Communication
- Supervising and Teamwork
- Medication and IV administration
- Electronic charting
- Organization and planning care
- Patient management
- Staff training
- Health and safety
Certification
- ACLS and BLS
Timeline
House Supervisor/RN Floor Nurse
Cornerstone Specialty Hospital
02.2019 - Current
Clinical Rotation
St. Elizabeth Hospital
01.2018 - 12.2018
Charge/Floor Nurse
Grand Cove Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
03.2016 - 02.2019
Patient Liaison/Lab Assistant
Applegate Recovery Clinic
08.2014 - 10.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Upward Mobility Nursing
Lamar State College
Certificate of Completion - Vocational Nursing
Lamar State College