Amy Choitz
Healthcare professional with proven record in streamlining clinical operations and enhancing patient care. Consistently collaborates with medical teams to achieve optimal results, adapting to changing needs and ensuring reliable support. Skilled in patient scheduling, team coordination, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Work History
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Clinical Coordinator
11 Years- Delivered direct patient care, education, and supervision for cardiac, PAD/SET, and pulmonary rehabilitation patients, enhancing patient recovery outcomes.
- Contributed as inaugural board member for 2002 Medical Fitness cornerstone team, shaping development of HaysMed Medical Fitness facility.
- Served as member of Medical Fitness Advisory Committee since 2009
- 2020 Implemented/ facilitated a PAD/SET program.
- Completed recertification for AACVPR program certification in 2016, 2019,2023 and 2026
- 2017 Implemented Restorative Yoga Class.
- 2018 Accelerated the national Walk with a Doc program in our community.
- Developed WellCare post-rehab program, establishing long-term supervised exercise support for patient transition post-rehabilitation.
CardioPulmonary Rehabilitation Nurse
17 Years 7 Months- Delivered patient care, education, and supervision for cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients, enhancing recovery and health outcomes.
- Contributed to development and implementation of cardiac rehab programs in multiple rural hospitals, expanding access to vital rehabilitation services.
- Earned AACVPR program certification to enhance rehabilitation standards.
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
Skills
Accomplishments
- Participated and presented as a specialty team member in the -I-Can 2024 ECHO "Improving Access to Pulmonary Care Rehabilitation in Rural Communities" University of Kansas.
Affiliations
- Member of American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. AACVPR
- Member of Missouri Kansas Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. MOKSACVPR
Certification
Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) (2016- Present)
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Certificate - Current
Digital Health in Cardiac Care - Certified Professional AHA
2025-Current
Interests
ORGANIZATIONS
- AACVPR (1998-09 - Present)
- MOKSACVPR (1998-09 - Present)
HONOR AWARDS
GEM (Giving Excellence Meaning) Nursing Excellence in community care finalist (2016) Nurse.com, MOKSACVPR special achievement award (2017) Missouri Kansas Association For Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, (2024) MOKSACVPR Member of The Year