AMELIA S. DYMEK
Mount Airy
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated registered nurse eager to contribute to the multidisciplinary WICU team while aligning with organizational goals. Leveraging strong clinical skills and a natural ability to build rapport, committed to fostering a collaborative environment that enhances teamwork and promotes a positive unit culture. Passionate about providing leadership and mentorship, focusing on achieving optimal patient outcomes and delivering exceptional care. Prepared to embrace new challenges and drive continuous improvement within the healthcare setting.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Johns Hopkins Hospital
02.2011 - Current
- RN2 (February 2014); RN3 (September 2016)
- Provide comprehensive critical care for high-acuity surgical patients.
- Serve as preceptor, charge nurse, and educator within the unit.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Step-Down Unit
St. Peter’s Hospital
09.2009 - 01.2011
- RN2 (March 2010)
- Delivered care to cardiac step-down patients.
- Acted as unit preceptor to new graduate nurses.
Student Nurse, Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Strong Memorial Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Summer/Winter 2006, 2007, 2008
Education
Graduate Coursework (Non-Degree) -
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Hartwick College
Oneonta, NY05.2009
Skills
- Effective analytical thinking
- Evidence-based decision-making
- Clear communication with patients and families
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Proficient in managing challenging discussions with professionalism
- Dependable and adaptable learner
- Strong leadership and teamwork
- Mentor for new staff growth
Certification
- CCRN – Critical Care Registered Nurse (2013–Present)
- ACLS Certified (2009–Present)
- BLS Certified (2003–Present)
- American Heart Association ACLS Instructor (2014–Present)
- American Heart Association BLS Instructor (2018–Present)
- Outdoor Emergency Care EMT Wilderness Responder, National Ski Patrol (2003–2006)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Johns Hopkins Hospital
02.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Step-Down Unit
St. Peter’s Hospital
09.2009 - 01.2011
Student Nurse, Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Strong Memorial Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2008
Graduate Coursework (Non-Degree) -
University of Maryland School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Hartwick College
PUBLICATION
Feller, A. & Jenkins, P. (2009). Research Review of Finfer, S. (2009). Intensive versus conventional glucose control in critically ill patients. Journal of New York State Nurses Association, Spring/Summer Issue, 1283–1291.
CONTINUING EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- The Trust Building Program – Johns Hopkins (Fall 2024-Spring 2025)
- Crucial Conversations workshop – Johns Hopkins (Spring 2024)
- Ultrasound guided IV insertion Train the Trainer – Johns Hopkins (May 7, 2024)
- Crisis Prevention workshop – Bayview (February 1, 2024)
- Ultrasound guided IV insertion Training – Johns Hopkins (April 13, 2023)
- Johns Hopkins Scholars Day – Poster Presenter (2019)
- ANCC Magnet Conference – Poster Presenter (2018)
- Emergenetics Workshop: Understanding Communication & Interaction (2016)
- NTI: National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition (2016)
- Critical Care Preceptor Program – Johns Hopkins (2013)
- St. Peter’s Preceptor Program (2010)
- ENRS Annual Conference – Poster Presenter (2009)
- NYSNA: “Addiction: Occupational Hazard for Nurses” (2009)
INTERNATIONAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Isaac Barrant Community Health Facility, Duckenfield, Jamaica Transcultural Nursing Practicum – January 2008
- Community-based health education, maternal/child health, wound care, and environmental health.
Auckland City Hospital Emergency Department, Auckland, New Zealand Nursing Internship – January 2009
- ~120 hours in a large metropolitan ED providing acute and trauma care; developed advanced time management and cross-cultural care skills.
Institutional Certifications & Roles
- Ultrasound Guided IV Insertion (2023-Present)
- Ultrasound Guided IV Insertion Trainer (2024-Present)
- JHH Certified Restraint Educator (2012–2018; 2021–2023)
- Surgical ICU Preceptor
- Surgical ICU Charge Nurse
- Virtual ICU Nurse (2015–2019)
- Surgical ICU Education Committee Co-Chair (2020–Present)
- Surgical ICU Education Committee Member (2011-Present)
- Post-Orientation Growth and Support Committee Member (2017 – Present)
- Video Education Project Creator and Contributor (2017- Present)
- Cardiac Unit Preceptor (2009–2011)
Leadership (Student)
President, Hartwick College Association of Student Nurses (Sophomore–Senior years)
O’Connor Chair of Nursing (Hartwick College) Sponsored Lectures/Workshops
- Attendee, 2005–2009
- Includes sessions by:
- Ellen Fineout-Overholt, PhD, RN
- Suzanne Gordon, BA
- Kathleen Valentine, PhD, MSN, RN
- Robert L. Williams, PhD
- Afaf I. Meleis, PhD, FAAN
- Gen Guanci, M.Ed., RN, CCRN, BC
- Sarah J. Roo
AWARDS & HONORS
- Sigma Theta Tau International, Omicron Rho Chapter (Inducted 2008)
- Edith Lacey Memorial Scholarship (Senior Year)
- Dean’s List (Multiple Terms)
- Daisy Award Nomination