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Amber Rich

Big Stone Gap,VA

Summary

Dedicated and well-qualified Registered Nurse offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 24 years in the nursing field. Broad experience in patient advocacy, care plan development. Strengths include effective communication, leadership abilities, and thorough knowledge of healthcare administration procedures. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while coordinating optimal care services.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pain Management Registered Nurse

Ballad Health System
Big Stone Gap, VA
11.2023 - Current
  • Served as a resource person for staff members seeking information about Pain Management Nursing practice standards.
  • Developed educational materials related to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pain conditions for use by staff nurses and other healthcare providers in the facility.
  • Provided comprehensive pain management services to patients in an outpatient setting.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories, vital signs, treatments provided, test results, medication dosages.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Obstetrics and Gynecology Registered Nurse

Ballad Heath
Big Stone Gap, VA
10.2019 - 11.2023
  • Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
  • Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
  • Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
  • Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
  • Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
  • Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
  • Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
  • Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.
  • Performed tests on newborns to check for rare but serious conditions just after birth.
  • Trained and mentored other staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding patient progress, treatments administered and medications prescribed.

Register Nurse Home Health

Amedysis Home Health
Duffield, VA
06.2015 - 05.2017
  • Developed care plans, covering goals based on nursing diagnosis and incorporating therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative nursing actions.
  • Utilized learned nursing skills for wound care, vital sign checking and medication assistance.
  • Notified physicians of changes in patients' conditions.
  • Provided home health aide care providers with training, guidance, support and supervision to achieve objectives.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.

Registered Nurse

Indian Path Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
03.2009 - 06.2014
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Wellmont Health System
Big Stone Gap, VA
06.2001 - 03.2009
  • Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
  • Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
  • Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
  • Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
  • Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
  • Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
  • Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
  • Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.
  • Performed tests on newborns to check for rare but serious conditions just after birth.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

King University
Bristol, TN
12.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VA
05.2001

Skills

  • Medical screening
  • Patient monitoring
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Decision-making
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • Team building
  • Communication
  • Cesarean section preparation
  • OR experience
  • CPR
  • NRP
  • ACLS

Certification

  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program
  • Intermediate Fetal Monitoring - AWHONN

Timeline

Pain Management Registered Nurse

Ballad Health System
11.2023 - Current

Obstetrics and Gynecology Registered Nurse

Ballad Heath
10.2019 - 11.2023

Register Nurse Home Health

Amedysis Home Health
06.2015 - 05.2017

Registered Nurse

Indian Path Medical Center
03.2009 - 06.2014

Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Wellmont Health System
06.2001 - 03.2009

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

King University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Mountain Empire Community College

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