Ami Steenstra
Trinity Health-Muskegon
Spring Lake,MI
1
Certification
5
Years of experience
Compassionate and skilled registered nurse with 5 years of experience in delivering top-notch patient care. Proven expertise in medication administration, critical thinking, and patient education, combined with leadership and collaboration skills. Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Work History
Registered Nurse
5 Years 4 Months- Administered complex medication regimens and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
- Utilized advanced monitoring systems to assess vital signs and detect changes in patient conditions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of critically ill patients, ensuring timely interventions for optimal outcomes.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by monitoring pa catheters and arterials lines, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Medical Assistant
6 Years- Assisted with patient intake and documentation, ensuring accuracy in electronic health records.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to optimize clinic efficiency.
- Administered basic patient care under supervision, including vital signs monitoring.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and provided instructions for follow-up care.
- Coordinated communication between patients and healthcare providers to enhance care delivery.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
- 3.8 GPA
- cum laude graduate
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- 3.5 GPA
Skills
Patient Care
IV Therapy
Critical Thinking
Medication Administration
Electronic Medical Records
Leadership
Team Collaboration
Patient Education
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)- American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health-Muskegon
2021.02 - CurrentRead More
Medical Assistant
Harborwood Medical Center
2015.02 - 2021.02Read More
Baker College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Baker College
Associate of Science from Medical Assistant
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