Amy Burgner O’Brien
Eustis,USA
Summary
A qualified and compassionate nursing professional with 24 years as a registered nurse and almost 27 years of total experience in emergency hospital facilities and prehospital. An articulate communicator and leader with effective presentation and interpersonal skills. Active participation in continuing education and study of contemporary therapies. Able to quickly establish rapport with patients, staff, and professional associates and meet multiple deadlines in a demanding, fast-paced environment. Focused on patient care, quality service, and safety. Healthcare professional prepared for high-stakes environments with focus on patient care and emergency response. Known for effective collaboration and adaptability in dynamic situations. Expertise in critical care protocols and life-saving interventions, valued for attention to detail and quick decision-making.Member, Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association, Sigma Theta Tau, and National Society of Leadership and Success.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight Nurse
Orlando Health Air Care Team
Orlando, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Provide nursing care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility
- Provide high-quality nursing care, including assessment, triage, and treatment, utilizing standards and guidelines established by Medical Director
- Works closely with other members of flight crew to promote safest possible work environment
- Treat all types of patients transported appropriately according to severity of illness or trauma
- Experience with invasive procedures such as chest tubes and cricothyrotomy on scenes
- Carry whole blood, TXA, LUCAS device on helicopter
- Member of Unit Practice Council
- Ambassador for Orlando Health
Flight Nurse
Air Methods LifeNet 5
Bartow, FL
05.2012 - 07.2021
- Provide nursing care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility
- Provide high-quality nursing care, including assessment, triage, and treatment, utilizing standards and guidelines established by Medical Director
- Works closely with other members of flight crew to promote safest possible work environment
- Treat all types of patients transported appropriately according to severity of illness or trauma
- Experience with invasive procedures such as chest tubes and cricothyrotomy on scenes
- Carried PRBC’s, plasma, TXA, LUCAS device on helicopter
- As the base educator, I ensured that all team members completed their monthly and annual education in a timely fashion. Maintained records of all education for team members and reported to clinical educator.
ED Charge Nurse
Florida Hospital Waterman
Tavares, FL
01.2011 - 05.2012
- Treat accident, trauma, cardiac, pulmonary, and other patients in the emergency room
- Conduct initial patient assessments, order lab work, evaluate results, and develop care plans working closely with physicians, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, X-ray technicians, and CT technicians
- Manage cardiac arrest patients, start IV’s, and administer oral, sublingual, and topical medications
- Monitor vitals and update charts; maintain accurate data
- Educate patients and families in tests, treatments, follow-up care, home care, and proper administration of medications
Flight Nurse
Air Methods LifeNet 6
Leesburg, FL
01.2007 - 05.2012
- Provide nursing care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility
- Provide high-quality nursing care, including assessment, triage, and treatment, utilizing standards and guidelines established by Medical Director
- Works closely with other members of flight crew to promote safest possible work environment
- Treat all types of patients transported appropriately according to severity of illness or trauma
Registered Nurse - ER
Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, FL
07.2006 - 04.2007
- Treat accident, trauma, cardiac, pulmonary, and other patients in the emergency room
- Conduct initial patient assessments, order lab work, evaluate results, and develop care plans working closely with physicians, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, X-ray technicians, and CT technicians
- Manage cardiac arrest patients, start IV’s, and administer oral, sublingual, and topical medications
- Monitor vitals and update charts; maintain accurate data
- Educate patients and families in tests, treatments, follow-up care, home care, and proper administration of medications
Registered Nurse - ER
Leesburg Regional Medical Center
Leesburg, FL
07.2006 - 04.2007
- Treat accident, trauma, cardiac, pulmonary, and other patients in the emergency room
- Conduct initial patient assessments, order lab work, evaluate results, and develop care plans working closely with physicians, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, X-ray technicians, and CT technicians
- Manage cardiac arrest patients, start IV’s, and administer oral, sublingual, and topical medications
- Monitor vitals and update charts; maintain accurate data
- Educate patients and families in tests, treatments, follow-up care, home care, and proper administration of medications
Registered Nurse - ER
North Florida Regional Medical Center
Gainesville, FL
07.2002 - 06.2003
- Provided attentive ER patient care for a largely college-age and geriatric local demographic
Emergency Room Technician
North Florida Regional Medical Center
Gainesville, FL
02.2001 - 07.2002
- Performed tasks such as drawing blood, starting IV’s, and obtaining lab samples
- Assisted physicians and nurses; prepared facilities and assisted during procedures
Education
Postgraduate Certificate - Education
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL01-2025
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Leadership and Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lake-Sumter State College
Leesburg, FL01-2021
EMT Basic Certificate - undefined
Lake Technical Center
Eustis, FL01-2004
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lake City Community College
Lake City, FL01-2002
Skills
- Trauma experience
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Airway management
- Emergency medicine
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Florida (Multistate Registered Nurse) license #RN9195187 - 2026
- Paramedic, State of Florida certificate #PMD511393 - 2026
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse - 2027
- Basic Life Support - 2028
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support - 2028
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - 2028
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program - 2028
- Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course - 2024
- Air Medical Crew Core Curriculum Course - 2007
Timeline
Flight Nurse
Orlando Health Air Care Team
07.2021 - Current
Flight Nurse
Air Methods LifeNet 5
05.2012 - 07.2021
ED Charge Nurse
Florida Hospital Waterman
01.2011 - 05.2012
Flight Nurse
Air Methods LifeNet 6
01.2007 - 05.2012
Registered Nurse - ER
Orlando Regional Medical Center
07.2006 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse - ER
Leesburg Regional Medical Center
07.2006 - 04.2007
Registered Nurse - ER
North Florida Regional Medical Center
07.2002 - 06.2003
Emergency Room Technician
North Florida Regional Medical Center
02.2001 - 07.2002
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Leadership and Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lake-Sumter State College
EMT Basic Certificate - undefined
Lake Technical Center
Associate Degree - Nursing
Lake City Community College
Postgraduate Certificate - Education
Chamberlain University