Amber Dugan
Goodyear,AZ
Summary
Recent graduate of an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) program with over 600 hours of supervised clinical student nurse practitioner experience. Seeking a position to foster positive relationships with the clinical team, patients, and families, ultimately providing exceptional patient care. Currently pursuing Arizona APRN license and preparing for the ANCC exam.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Tele Triage
Sutter Health Care
01.2023 - Current
- Provide expert advice via nurse triage line to assess patient needs
- Provide disposition and care advice following Schmitt-Thompson protocol guidelines
- Effectively organize calls by degree of symptom severity
- Manage both incoming emergent calls and initiated outbound calls to patients in the advice queue
- Apply standardized nursing protocols to assess and dispense prescription medication for patients meeting predetermined criteria of certain medical conditions
RN, Emergency Department
Arizona General Hospital
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed focused exams in a fast-paced ER serving patients across all age groups
- Assessed and stabilized medical emergencies including cardiac arrest, strokes, motor vehicle accidents, drug overdoses, assaults, injuries, and illnesses
- Assisted in suturing, splinting, emergent intubations, arterial line set-ups, and central line placements while also providing support during exams.
- Prepared and administered treatments and medications as prescribed by providers
- Maintained vigilant monitoring of ER patients while promptly communicating any relevant updates to providers
- Ensured accurate and complete recording of all care elements through the use of electronic health record
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills
RN, Endoscopy
Banner Estrella Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed the accuracy of electronic health records for pulmonary, GI, and CT biopsy procedures
- Administered sedation for biopsies while monitoring cardiac rhythm, vital signs, and end tidal CO2.
- Assisted in the administration of mucosal medication injections and positioning of patients
- Prepared specimens during fine needle aspirations and interacted with pathologist for specimen handling
- Collaborated with anesthesiologists, x-ray, and lab to ensure coordinated procedures
- Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively
- Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall wellbeing
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout
RN, Correctional
Centurion Health Care
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of inmate healthcare across all domains
- Conducted comprehensive and targeted health examinations, administered medications and treatments, delivered healthcare education across various topics, addressed emergency health issues, and provided initial emergency medical assistance
- Focused on enhancing the overall health of vulnerable populations by utilizing the triage nursing process and effectively collaborating with healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate records of all care provided in the electronic health record.
RN, Neuro ICU
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Conducted thorough pre- and post-operative assessments of neurological, physical, behavioral, and ADL functioning
- Delivered exceptional care to individuals suffering from a wide range of neurological disorders including seizure disorders, brain tumors, spinal conditions, and various types of strokes
- Monitored patients on continuous EEG, post TPA administration, and neurobehavioral situations.
- Assisted in a variety of bedside procedures including bronchoscopies, EVD insertions, EGD procedures, and intubations
- Administered various medications and adjusted multiple drips based on specific orders.
- Provided ventilation care according to established protocols.
- Provided educational support to enhance the well-being of neurological patients.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities
RN, Cardiovascular ICU
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Assessed patients comprehensively prior to and following cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and lung transplant surgeries
- Monitored patients after balloon pump, LVAD, and impella insertions
- Monitored cardiac rhythms and hemodynamics, implementing necessary interventions when required
- Titrated multiple drips per physician orders
- Ensured careful monitoring of chest tube and surgical drain outputs
- Managed and calibrated arterial lines, PA catheters, femoral lines, and ensured accurate transducer levels
- Monitored patients' physical and mental status consistently while implementing critical care skills to execute care plans
- Maintain GJ tubes per policy
- Insert IV’s and urinary catheters using aseptic techniques.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery
RN, Neuro ICU
Banner University Medical Center
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Conducted comprehensive head to toe, spinal, and neurological assessments on patients with various neurological injuries and diseases at a comprehensive stroke center
- Monitored patients following TPA administration
- Assisted in evaluating patients' condition after a stroke by conducting NIH stroke assessments
- Assisted physician in bedside intubation and implemented ventilator care following established protocols
- Provided support to physicians in maintaining an aseptic environment during external ventricular drain (EVD) placements
- Monitored and recorded intracranial pressures, promptly reporting any abnormal values to physicians
- Maintain subdural drains
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans
- Maintain arterial lines and validate transducer levels
- Titrate numerous drips per physician parameters
- Provide continuous monitoring of patients physical and mental status and utilize critical care skills to implement plans of care
- Insert duotubes/nasogastric tubes and maintain per protocols
- Provide care for rapid responses
- Educate family members of the critical care disease process and offer emotional support
RN, PCU
Banner University Medical Center
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Administered high-quality patient care on heart failure specialty unit and vascular surgery unit
- Ensured completion of heart failure core measures before patients were discharged
- Performed Doppler pulse checks according to protocols for post-vascular surgery
- Evaluated heart rhythm strips and assessed for changes
- Conducted comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments, developed patient care plans, and contributed to admission and discharge planning
- Utilized evidence-based research to deliver care utilizing the nursing process
- Administered medications and implemented treatment protocols
- Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills
- Fostered strong relationships with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, and case managers, to facilitate coordinated care strategies
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Phoenix, AZ12.2014
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR Systems
- Documentation and Charting
- HIPAA Education
- Treatment Planning
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Physical assessments
- High level of autonomy
- Complex Problem-Solving
Certification
- Arizona, FNP, In process, 09/2024
- Arizona, RN190318, 02/2014-Present
- California, 95296662, 08/2022-Present
- BLS, American Heart Association, 2026
- TNCC, Emergency Nurses Association, 2026
Additional Information
One Medical: Student FNP
Perform comprehensive and focused examinations for senior citizen patients. Provide education on chronic illnesses and medication use. Review medications.
Surprise Care: Student FNP
Perform comprehensive and focused examinations for patients of all ages. Extensive experience in Department of Transportation physicals and Sports physicals. Counsel patients on lifestyle modifications, medication use, and resources available for health care. Provide care for weight management.
Planned Parenthood: Student FNP
Perform comprehensive and focused women’s examinations. Performed pelvic exams, wet prep, KOH, IUD removals, PAP smears, breast exams, and counseled on birth control methods. Educated on STI treatments and testing.
Desert Valley Pediatrics: Student FNP
Perform comprehensive and focused examinations for pediatric patients. Performed complete wellness exams, provided education on vaccines, performed focused exams for strep throat, ear infections, influenza and most other infectious diseases. Provide anticipatory guidance of pediatric patients.
Timeline
RN, Tele Triage
Sutter Health Care
01.2023 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
Arizona General Hospital
10.2021 - 08.2022
RN, Endoscopy
Banner Estrella Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2021
RN, Correctional
Centurion Health Care
04.2020 - 09.2020
RN, Neuro ICU
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
08.2018 - 04.2020
RN, Cardiovascular ICU
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
03.2018 - 08.2018
RN, Neuro ICU
Banner University Medical Center
01.2017 - 03.2018
RN, PCU
Banner University Medical Center
11.2015 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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