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Amber Patterson
Registered Nurse
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
BSN-Prepared Registered Nurse with over six years of experience providing high-quality patient care across acute care and home health settings. Experienced in managing medically complex patients, performing comprehensive assessments, coordination interdisciplinary care and educating patient and caregivers to support successful health outcomes. Recognized for strong clinical judgement, effective communication and the ability to build rapport for diverse patient populations. Eager to transition into case management by applying clinical expertise, critical thinking, and a passion for car coordination to improve member health, reduce barriers to care, and support cost-effective, evidence-based healthcare delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Arizona Spine and Joint Hospital
Mesa, AZ
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Coordinated daily patient care operations for a busy surgical unit while ensuring safe and efficient patient flow.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, case managers, and nursing staff to facilitate treatment progression and discharge planning.
- Prioritized patient care needs and resource allocation to optimize outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Supervised nursing personnel and promoted compliance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in resolving barriers to care and coordinating interdisciplinary communication.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Arizona Spine and Joint Hospital
Mesa, AZ
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and developed individualized plans of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment plans and discharge needs.
- Maintained accurate and compliant clinical documentation reflecting patient conditions, interventions, and outcomes.
- Identified changes in patient status and communicated findings promptly to providers for timely intervention.
- Assisted with onboarding and training of new nursing staff regarding clinical protocols and documentation standards.
Home Health Registered Nurse
MGA Homecare
Scottsdale, AZ
04.2023 - Current
- Manage complex pediatric home health cases requiring ongoing assessment, treatment planning, and coordination of care.
- Collaborate with physicians, therapist, caregiver, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support continuity of care
- Maintain detailed and accurate clinical focus tension in accordance with regulatory and agency standards.
- Educate patients and families regarding disease management, treatment plans, medications and healthcare resources.
- Mentor and train newly hired nursing staff regarding clinical best practices and agency protocols.
Registered Nurse
Banner Gateway Medical Center
Gilbert, AZ
04.2020 - 09.2020
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to medical-surgical patients in an acute care setting.
- Administered medications, monitored treatment responses, and documented patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare teams to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records and ensured compliance with documentation requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT11-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Arizona College
Thatcher, AZ12-2019
Skills
- Discharge planning
- Care coordination
- Electronic medical records review
- Chronic disease management
- Care coordination with case managers for necessity of medical treatment and continued long term care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Risk assessment
- Resource allocation
- Team leadership
- Clinical decision making
Interests
Software
Kantime
Cerner
Outlook
Microsoft Word
Meditech
Excel
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse
MGA Homecare
04.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Arizona Spine and Joint Hospital
09.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Arizona Spine and Joint Hospital
09.2020 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Banner Gateway Medical Center
04.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Arizona College