Amber Leffingwell
Midland,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
MyMichigan Health Care
Midland, PA
06.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Graduate Registered Nurse
MyMichigan Health Care
Midland, MI
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Delivered culturally competent care tailored to meet the diverse needs of the patient population served within the facility.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up care coordination.
Certified Nursing Assistant
MyMichigan Health Care
Midland, MI
07.2018 - 05.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Bachelors Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Davenport University
Midland, MI04.2024
Skills
ACLS
BLS
Certification
ACLS and BLS certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MyMichigan Health Care
06.2024 - Current
Graduate Registered Nurse
MyMichigan Health Care
05.2024 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
MyMichigan Health Care
07.2018 - 05.2024
Bachelors Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Davenport University