Amber Guyden
Houston,Texas
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuroscience Nurse
Memorial Hermann, Memorial City
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted neurologists with patient exams and testing procedures
- Proficient using NIHHS
- Collaborate with physicians to create effective treatment plans for patients
- Follow infections control procedures
- Observed patient symptoms closely, interpreted them and provided SBAR to physicians
Pediatric Home Healthcare Nurse
Angels of Care
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented pediatric patient care plans in the home setting, ensuring accurate administration of medication and treatments
- Documented patient data daily, maintaining 100% accuracy and timeliness in electronic health record entries
- Established rapport and gained trust with pediatric patients and their families, foster a supportive and caring environment
- Analyzed pediatric patient symptoms and vital signs to recognize changes in condition to respond promptly with appropriate interventions
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
Provider Relations Rep Sr
United Health Group
08.2013 - Current
- 12+ combined years’ experience in medical claims issue resolution, adjustments, and collections
- 12+ years of health insurer experience handling provider billing/co-payments/co-insurance
- Experience with Medicare, Medicaid and commercial medical benefit plans and MS DRG/APR DRG methodologies
- Maintains and manages daily case review assignments, with a high emphasis on quality
- Provides consulting and education on applicable quality methodologies/approaches
- Ability to utilize applicable service standards and other key performance metrics to drive identification of potential problems, issues and opportunities
- Project management experience
- Interim supervisor and leadership experience
- Well-versed in adapting different approaches while under pressure to meet deadlines
- Attends and facilitates meetings as directed by manager with team, clients, and business partners
- Ability to obtain and utilize sensitive information discreetly and objectively
Professional Nursing Student
HCA Clear Lake
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted registered nurses and healthcare team members in providing direct patient care in the intensive care unit (ICU)
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and performed basic nursing procedures under supervision
Professional Nursing Student
HCA Pearland
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in providing nursing care to pregnant women under the supervision of experienced OB nurses.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, pain levels, and patient responses to treatments in an obstetrics setting.
- Participated in the delivery and postpartum care of newborns, gaining practical experience in neonatal assessment and care.
Professional Nursing Student
Memorial Hermann Southeast
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided support to registered nurses to facilitate the delivery of quality care to patients, which included administering medication and monitoring vital signs
- Collected blood and urine specimens and prepared them for the laboratory testing
- Delivered patient-centered care in acute care environments under the supervision of the registered nurse, which included performing patient assessments, gathering medical records and lab samples, and monitoring vital signs
- Assisted nurses with patient assessments and vital sign measurements in a fast-paced emergency department, improving efficiency and patient care.
Professional Nursing student
Harris County Psychiatric Center (HCPC)
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted mental health professionals in providing care and support to patients with various psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented mental health status, behaviors, and response to treatment daily.
- Engaged in therapeutic interventions, such as therapeutic communication, supportive counseling, and crisis intervention, to promote patients' mental well-being and facilitate their recovery process.
Professional Nursing Student
Houston Methodist Hospital West
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Create a safe environment by escorting residents to the restroom, assisting with the use of walkers and wheelchairs, identifying residents at an increased risk of falls and eliminating fall hazards
- Measure and record patient vital signs in electronic medical record system and provide updates to resident nurses on changes in patient medical status and symptoms
- Administered medications using the oral, topical, and subcutaneous routes
- Performed patient assessments and coordinated with registered nurses to develop comprehensive care plans based on symptoms and individual needs
Professional Nursing Student
Tuscany Village
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted nursing staff in providing patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with activities of daily living.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Alvin Community College
Alvin, TX05.2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Houston Community College
Houston, TX12.2021
Skills
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Time management
- Patient Safety and Infection Control
- Collaborative teamwork
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Neurological monitoring
- Feeding tube management
Certification
- Registered Nurse (compact) Texas Board of Nursing December 2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association December 2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) April 2026
- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Homeland Preparedness Project January 2026
- Certified Nursing Assistant Alvin Community College December 2022
Timeline
Neuroscience Nurse
Memorial Hermann, Memorial City
10.2024 - Current
Pediatric Home Healthcare Nurse
Angels of Care
08.2024 - Current
Professional Nursing Student
HCA Clear Lake
01.2024 - 05.2024
Professional Nursing Student
HCA Pearland
08.2023 - 05.2024
Professional Nursing Student
Memorial Hermann Southeast
08.2023 - 12.2023
Professional Nursing student
Harris County Psychiatric Center (HCPC)
08.2023 - 12.2023
Professional Nursing Student
Houston Methodist Hospital West
01.2023 - 05.2023
Professional Nursing Student
Tuscany Village
08.2022 - 12.2022
Provider Relations Rep Sr
United Health Group
08.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Alvin Community College
Associate of Science - Biology
Houston Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Woman's University
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