Amber Mick
Sioux City,IA
Summary
I am an experienced RN with 18 years experience. Alot of that experience being in Home health. In my nursing career I have been thrown into many different situations and have learned patience, time management, and how to stay calm in the midst of chaos. I have experience in handling my own case load of patients with home visits, cares, education, scheduling visits and completing documentation. I have a few years experience in nursing supervision. I have been previously wound care certified and have a lot of experience in managing, caring for, healing and educating on wounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
RN med/Surgical Nurse
UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's
Sioux City, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans based on individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during treatment.
- Participated in training new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Manager
Flippin Vintage Boutiques & Thrift
Sergeant Bluff, IA
12.2021 - 10.2023
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Entered time and attendance logs in preparation for payroll.
Resident Care Coordinator
Pioneer Valley Nursing & Rehab
Sergeant Bluff, IA
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided close monitoring and observation of at-risk patients.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities as designated in care plans.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Home Health Nurse
Physmed Home Health
Omaha, NE
2019 - 09.2020
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
MDS Coordinator
Westwood Nursing and Rehab Center
Sioux City, Iowa
2018 - 2019
- Reviewed and validated care plan reports and monitored follow-up actions to identify systemic deficiencies.
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews.
- Verified quality of assessments in accurately reflecting physical, mental and psychosocial status of each resident.
- Helped develop comprehensive resident assessment and care plans for 75-bed facility.
Nurse Supervisor/ADON
Matney's Colonial Manor
South Sioux City, NE
2016 - 2018
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity and safety.
- Implemented changes needed to correct deficiencies found during government inspections.
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Monitored development, implementation and updates of individualized care plans.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Evaluated staff performance and prepared accurate reports detailing findings.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Unitypoint Home Health
Sioux City, Iowa
2011 - 2016
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Ultimate Nursing
Sioux City, Iowa
2010 - 2013
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
Home Health Nurse
Recover Home Health
Sioux City, IA
2007 - 2011
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Assisted with client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
Agency Nurse
Tri-State Nursing
Sioux City, IA
2007 - 2010
- Covered many shifts throughout the week
- Assigned to many different facilities
- Filled shifts at last minute
- Accurate charting performed
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IA05.2007
Skills
- Staff Development
- Project Management
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Complex Problem Solving
- Problem Resolution
- Hiring and Training
- Infection Control Procedures
- Catheter Change and Preparation
- Collecting Specimens
- Monitoring Fluids
- Patient Care and Safety
- Records Management
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Vital Signs Collection
- Observation Documentation
- Caregiver Relations
- Quality Assurance Controls
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Positioning
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team Building
- Team Leadership
- Documentation and Reporting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
Timeline
RN med/Surgical Nurse
UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's
03.2024 - Current
Manager
Flippin Vintage Boutiques & Thrift
12.2021 - 10.2023
Resident Care Coordinator
Pioneer Valley Nursing & Rehab
09.2020 - 12.2021
Home Health Nurse
Physmed Home Health
2019 - 09.2020
MDS Coordinator
Westwood Nursing and Rehab Center
2018 - 2019
Nurse Supervisor/ADON
Matney's Colonial Manor
2016 - 2018
Home Health Nurse Case Manager
Unitypoint Home Health
2011 - 2016
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Ultimate Nursing
2010 - 2013
Home Health Nurse
Recover Home Health
2007 - 2011
Agency Nurse
Tri-State Nursing
2007 - 2010
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Western Iowa Tech Community College