Amy Countryman
Hillsboro,OH
Summary
Spirited Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Adena Regional Medical Center, excelling in patient-centered care and crisis intervention. Skilled in patient assessment and documentation, I effectively coordinated with team members to enhance patient outcomes while advocating for safety and rights. Committed to delivering comprehensive evaluations and strategic issue resolution.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Adena Regional Medical Center
09.2015 - 05.2024
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
The Christ Hospital Health Network
10.2011 - 06.2015
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Used Epic to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Implemented and established behavior strategies by setting rules, reiterating expectations, and rewarding good behavior.
- Assisted staff members during emergency situations while maintaining professionalism and observational skills.
- Quickly identified problematic changes in patient behavior and progress by closely monitoring patients and keeping detailed records.
- Performed intake triage, vitals and assisted patients with mental health screenings.
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Robert Karnes- Private Duty Home Care
06.2009 - 12.2012
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
The Christ College of Nursing
Cincinnati, OH05-2015
Associate of Arts - General Study
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OH06-2007
Skills
- Laboratory result analysis
- Clinical consultation services
- Leadership in nursing staff
- Patient assessment
- Patient intake and discharge
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Coordinating referral initiatives
- Diverse cultural competency
- Strategic issue resolution
- Patient-centered nursing care
- Acute care management
- Skilled in using Epic and Meditech systems
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- CPI- Non Violent Crisis Intervention
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant/ STNA- States Tested Nursing Assistant- (issued 5/14/05- lapsed 2011)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Adena Regional Medical Center
09.2015 - 05.2024
State Tested Nursing Assistant
The Christ Hospital Health Network
10.2011 - 06.2015
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Robert Karnes- Private Duty Home Care
06.2009 - 12.2012
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Science
The Christ College of Nursing
Associate of Arts - General Study
Southern State Community College
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