Amber Stacy
Bluefield,VA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Carilion New River Valley Medical Center, recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and strong clinical judgment. Skilled in medication administration and patient assessments, I successfully implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, significantly reducing patient falls while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Administered medications and treatments with high degree of accuracy, ensuring patient safety and adherence to healthcare protocols.
- Increased patient comfort and support with empathetic communication and attentive bedside manner.
- Improved patient recovery by providing skilled post-operative care and closely monitoring progress.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
06.2005 - 01.2008
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center
01.2008 - 07.2017
- 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.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Radford University
Radford, VA05.2005
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Professional bedside manner
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Chart updating
- High level of autonomy
- Chronic disease management
- Staff supervision
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center
01.2020 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2017 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center
01.2008 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
06.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Radford University
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