Amber Vander Veen
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Adept at complex problem-solving and patient education, I significantly improved patient outcomes at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center. I take pride in a compassionate approach to nursing, ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and care, demonstrating clinical judgment and complex problem-solving abilities. I strive to significantly enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and comprehensive education.
Relocating to Seattle, WA in June 2025
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
07.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Patient Care Technician
Avera McKennan Health System
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Nursing Student Intern
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed practical skills such as wound care management, IV insertion, catheterization procedures through hands-on training under supervision from registered nurses.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, identifying potential health risks and escalating critical information promptly to the appropriate clinical staff.
- Promoted health literacy among patients by providing clear explanations about diagnoses, treatments options.
- Fostered an inclusive environment that prioritized cultural competence when interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Home Health Aide
Avera Home Health
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as: dressing, toileting and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry, linen changes, sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping.
- Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05-2024
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient discharge
- Documentation and charting
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient management
- Tracheostomy care
- Chest pain management
- Wound care
- Cardiac care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
07.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Avera McKennan Health System
03.2024 - 07.2024
Nursing Student Intern
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
07.2023 - 05.2024
Home Health Aide
Avera Home Health
10.2020 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
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