Amber Henry
Bronx
Summary
Highly motivated healthcare professional experienced in diverse healthcare settings. Well-versed in providing patient-centered care, developing care plans, and delivering quality patient care in accordance with physician orders. Proven track record of success in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
ED registered nurse
Bronxcare
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes for patients.
- Administered medications safely and accurately according to established protocols while monitoring for potential side effects or complications.
- Worked closely with physicians and nurse practitioners to coordinate care, ensuring seamless transitions from the ED to other inpatient units or outpatient services.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient experiences and outcomes within the ED setting.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by fostering open communication, teamwork, and collaboration among nursing staff members.
- Educated patients and their families on post-discharge care instructions, reducing the likelihood of complications and ensuring a smooth transition to home care.
Registered Nurse
Acacianetwork
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinate Medical/medication service with external and internal providers including clinics, doctors, pharmacies, and health homes
- Administered psychotropic medication treatment, including administration of injectable psychotropic medication with monitoring and education
- Work closely with clinical staff on following up on prescribed medication, care coordination with pharmacy
- Provides outpatient clinic primary care screening and monitoring of keys health indicators and health risk as well as health monitoring service for adolescent and adult diagnosis with severe and persistence mental illness and substance abuse
- Provided crisis intervention, including emergency hospital admission support
- Facilitate wellness group therapy for client with mental health disorder
- Educated patients about medication side effects, usage instructions, and lifestyle modifications that could improve overall wellness
Nurse
VIP Community Center
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Performs Tasks and Responsibilities within the frame work of case finding, health counseling and supportive/restorative care
- Administered medication under policy and procedure
- Maintain accurate accounting of all medication dispense and received
- Schedule client appointment and assist client to ensure the prescribe plan of care is followed
- Document and maintained client medical records adhering to institutional and regulatory agency mandates
Covid Testing Nurse
Impact health
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Perform COVID-19 vaccinations utilizing provided vaccines by multiple manufacturers
- Perform Biometric testing to include sample collection using finger-stick technique
- Manual and automatic blood pressure readings, body mass index, body fat, bone density, and spirometry
Medication Nurse (LPN)
Concourse Medical Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Disposed of methadone medication, monitored inventory, and assisted RNs/LPN's
- Assisted the Doctor and Physician Assistant by performing care assessments
- Took vitals on patients in admission/intake
- Assisted in any other duties as assigned such as clerical work and inventory data
- Dispensed prescribed medications according to approved protocols
- Ensured proper storage of all medications and disposal of expired or unused drugs
LPN Floor nurse
Citadel Kingsbridge Rehabilitation Center
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Documented and maintained patient medical history and treatment date
- Provided treatments as ordered by the patient's doctor
- Pain management, administered medication and observed for side effects
- Collected data, reported abnormal findings to physicians, and documented findings accordingly via EMR
- Assisted RN with planning and coordinating nursing care
- Communicated with consulting doctor and patient's family regularly regarding patient's condition
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care
- Assembled and used equipment, such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers
LPN Charge Nurse
Bronx Lebanon Special Care Center
09.2017 - 03.2021
- Administered Breathing Treatments and providing Tracheostomy care and suctioning, SVN Treatment and Administration
- Distributed Medications to Patients in Proper doses, recorded time of administered to ensure monitoring
- Implemented direct Care for HIV/AID and Geriatric Patients, such as assisting in feeding and bathing
- Developed and implemented treatment plans with Physician for patients with broad range health concern
- Managed 40 bed unit clinical and support staff in patient care activities
- Promoted a safe working environment for both residents and personal well-being
- Responded promptly to codes or emergency situations according to established protocols
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
12.2024
Associate of Science -
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
05.2022
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Jersey College School of Nursing
06.2017
Skills
- Substance Abuse
- Blood Pressure
- Vaccines
- Crisis Intervention
- Nursing Care
- Dual Diagnosis Management
- Pain Management
- Mental Health
- Coordinating
- Tracheotomy
- Primary Care
- Methadone Care Coordination
- Sample Collection
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
ED registered nurse
Bronxcare
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Acacianetwork
01.2023 - 05.2024
Nurse
VIP Community Center
03.2022 - 12.2022
Covid Testing Nurse
Impact health
12.2021 - 03.2022
Medication Nurse (LPN)
Concourse Medical Center
06.2021 - 12.2021
LPN Floor nurse
Citadel Kingsbridge Rehabilitation Center
03.2021 - 07.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Bronx Lebanon Special Care Center
09.2017 - 03.2021
Associate of Science -
Helene Fuld College of Nursing
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Jersey College School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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