Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Amber Nash

Altoona,AL

Summary

Reliable employee seeking a Registered Nurse position. Offering excellent communication, Flexibility, good judgment, and safe and quality patient care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

Anniston Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed high alert medications efficiently.
  • Identifying Complications during and labor and delivery.
  • Provided postpartum care for mother and newborn.
  • Oversaw patient care during pre-op and post-op stages of Cesarean procedures.
  • Circulating Cesarean Sections and Maintain the Sterile Field
  • Coordinated responses to critical situations such as c-sections and placental abruptions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of obstetric advancements and evidence-based practices through ongoing professional education.
  • Assisted physicians with cesarean sections, forceps deliveries, and vacuum extractions to ensure safe births for both mother and baby.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Managed obstetric emergencies such as hemorrhage or dystocia swiftly by following established protocols in collaboration with healthcare team members.
  • Contributed to nursing staff development by attending workshops, trainings, and conferences related to labor and delivery best practices.
  • Assessed potential complications in early stages of labor to implement timely interventions if necessary.
  • Prevented infections by adhering to strict sterilization protocols during invasive procedures, including catheterizations and surgical assistance tasks.

Registered Nurse License Practical Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Perform a broad array of nursing tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse each day
  • Monitored patient behavior, vital signs, symptoms, and treatment responses.
  • Managed patients with joint replacements, fractures, multiple traumas, and cardiac/pulmonary conditions.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided expert care and support for patients with Ostomies, ensuring proper hygiene, comfort and skin integrity
  • Administered and managed enteral feeding through Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) tubes, ensuring accurate feeding schedules and patient comfort.

Rehab Nursing Technician

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2020 - 10.2021
  • Assisted RNs or LPNs in completing patient-care support tasks
  • Coordinated daily living activities including hygiene practices, meal assistance, and mobility support.
  • Assisted patients in regaining independence through targeted exercises and adaptive equipment use..
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Education

Associate Registered Nursing Degree - Nursing

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
05.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse Degree - LPN Certification

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
08.2021

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Snead State Community College
Boaz, AL
05.2019

High School Diploma - undefined

West End High School
Walnut Grove, AL
05.2017

Skills

  • Alabama Board of Nursing Certified Registered Nurse
  • ACLS Certification
  • PALS Certification
  • BLS Certification
  • NRP Certification
  • AWHONN Certification
  • Scrubbing in C-sections to assist physicians
  • Intrapartum and Postpartum care
  • IUPC Placement
  • Electronic Fetal Monitoring
  • Medical terminology and medication administration skills
  • Observation Documentation
  • Catheter, IV, and suctioning training
  • Intercultural Competence
  • Patient Safety Management
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Antepartum care
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Obstetric emergency response
  • Critical thinking
  • EMR / EHR
  • Peg Tube Feeding and Care
  • Ostomy Care

Accomplishments

    Daisy Award x2

Timeline

Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

Anniston Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse License Practical Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022

Rehab Nursing Technician

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2020 - 10.2021

Associate of Applied Science - General Studies

Snead State Community College

High School Diploma - undefined

West End High School

Associate Registered Nursing Degree - Nursing

Gadsden State Community College

Licensed Practical Nurse Degree - LPN Certification

Gadsden State Community College
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