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Amy Dawson

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive experience in a high-volume ambulatory setting. Provided exceptional care to patients, pain medication management, and assisted in pain management procedures, providing mild to moderate sedation. In addition to ambulatory nursing, I have more than 15 years of experience in maternal health, labor and delivery nursing; delivering compassionate care to antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patients and families.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Kalamazoo Anesthesiology Pain Consultants
Portage, MI
08.2013 - 05.2025
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Delivered mild to moderate IV sedation for various procedures such as epidurals.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Mastered the management of fast paced, high volume ambulatory setting.

Registered Nurse, Nurse Educatior LDRP

Borgess Hospital
Kalamazoo, MI
03.2012 - 05.2013
  • Mentored newly hired nurses by clarifying roles and responsibilities.
  • Facilitated educational programs on infection control, safety protocols, and clinical best practices.
  • Managed care for low-risk mothers during antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods.
  • Provided comprehensive support for mothers and babies in the postpartum phase.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery

St. John Hospital and Medical Center
Detroit, MI
06.1997 - 04.2012
  • Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
  • Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
  • Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
  • Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
  • Managed a 6-bed high-risk OB triage.
  • Managed emergency situations, such as pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, and postpartum hemorrhage.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI
05-1999

Skills

  • Phone triage for chronic pain patients
  • Electronic health records management
  • High-volume ambulatory care nursing
  • Chronic pain medication management
  • Team collaboration and support
  • Medication and IV therapy management
  • Breastfeeding assistance
  • Comprehensive maternal care
  • Comprehensive maternal and fetal assessment

Certification

  • Basic Life Support
  • State of Michigan Nursing License 4704221676

References

  • Joe Babcock KAPC radiology technologist 269-350-0164
  • Michael Chafty MD KAPC medical director 269-870-6611
  • more available upon request

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Kalamazoo Anesthesiology Pain Consultants
08.2013 - 05.2025

Registered Nurse, Nurse Educatior LDRP

Borgess Hospital
03.2012 - 05.2013

Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery

St. John Hospital and Medical Center
06.1997 - 04.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy

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