Amber Smith
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with strong analytical and leadership skills, excelling in patient assessments and chronic disease management. Leveraged strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy to enhance care plans, achieving significant improvements in patient outcomes. Skilled in Visual, Cerner and Epic EHR, alongside exceptional relationship-building abilities, fostering trust and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Pivoting away from bedside nursing to serve patients during transfer to different level of care as a Case Manager.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fishkill Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
02.2024 - 10.2024
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Culinary Institute of America
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse population while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Coordinated the transfer of care to a higher level when care needs surpassed the capability of the student clinic.
- Maintain confidentiality of student records and treatments under HIPA & FERPA.
- Managing infectious illness outbreaks and preventative precautions including initiating and maintaining isolation schedules.
Registered Nurse
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Educated and coached patients in selfcare and newborn care, to facilitate smooth transition of care from hospital to home environment.
- Executed culturally competent care of antepartum and postpartum patients based on the treatment plan, nursing standards, nurse practice act and individual patient needs.
- 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.
- Participated in employee recognition program to foster positive environment of collaboration between colleagues.
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Garnet Health Medical Center
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Test Center Manager
Prometric
03.2014 - 04.2018
- Analyzed data trends to identify opportunities for process improvements in internal operations.
- Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
- Developed a high-performing team through targeted recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Created detailed reports on test center performance metrics for presentation to senior leadership or stakeholders as needed.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
- Ensured regulatory compliance through diligent adherence to industry standards, guidelines, and company policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NYBachelor of Science - Nursing , Spirit of Nursing Award
MT ST Mary College
Newburgh, NY12.2020
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Plan Development
- Cerner, Visual & Epic EHR use
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Intake and Discharge
- Relationship Building
- Long-Term Care and Geriatric Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Diabetes and nutrition education
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fishkill Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing
02.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Culinary Institute of America
07.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
08.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Garnet Health Medical Center
04.2021 - 07.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Garnet Health Medical Center
11.2019 - 04.2021
Test Center Manager
Prometric
03.2014 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Le Moyne College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing , Spirit of Nursing Award
MT ST Mary College
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