Amy E. Bennett
Midland ,Michigan
Summary
I am an experienced nurse who has had the privilege of working with a variety of patients in different stages of wellness and many clinical teams to meet patient needs. Fourteen years of dedication to my nursing experience and dedication. My goal is to continue to advance my skills in other areas of nursing. There is always something more to learn.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Care Management
Corewell Health
Remote
01.2020 - Current
- Six years of remote Care Management experience. Collaborating with numerous regional hospitals and two larger primary entities on hospitalized patients.
- Coordinating complex discharge needs including but not limited to: IV antibiotics, home care services, hospice services, rehabilitation both acute/subacute, medical equipment, and nutritional supplies.
- Specific specialty with guardianship cases in several counties, involved in start of petition, clinical testimony and services post appointed decision maker.
- Setting up new primary care providers, scheduling appointments. Advanced scheduling with coumadin clinics, outpatient infusion centers, and other specialty medical care needs.
- Collaborating on an individual patient need for skilled nursing, assisted living and adult foster care placement needs.
- Experience coordinating with multiple teams included but not limited to: Risk Management, Ethics, VA, CMHs, and OBRA.
- Working with hospitals out of Detroit, Grand Rapids, Greenville, Zeeland, Hastings, Reed City, Big Rapids, Fremont and Ludington areas. Acquiring significant good contacts and resources in all locations.
Registered Nurse- Outpatient Surgery
Corewell Health
Reed City, MI
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Responsible for assisting patients through the outpatient surgical experience: pre-procedure, admission, intra-procedure, and post care.
- Assisted patients throughout the outpatient surgical experience: pre-procedure, admission, intra-procedure, and post care.
- Assisted with charge nurse responsibilities, including scheduling surgical staff and calling patients to verify scheduled procedures.
Registered Nurse- Home Healthcare (per diem)
Advisacare
Lake City, MI
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Established and managed tube feeding to ensure nutritional needs were met.
- Operated Hoyer lift to safely transfer patients, enhancing mobility and comfort.
- Performed range of motion exercises and assisted with activities of daily living to promote patient independence.
- Managed diabetic care by monitoring blood sugar levels and administering insulin. Blood sugar monitoring and insulin administration.
Registered Nurse- Critical Care
Corewell Health
Reed City, MI
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Managed patients with diverse oxygen needs, administering BiPAP, ventilator support, nasal cannulas, and nebulizer treatments to optimize respiratory function.
- Experience with many intravenous drips including but not limited to vasoactive, insulin, and sedation medications. Ability to verify and collaborate with pharmacy, mix, titrate, and administer medications as ordered.
- Administered and monitored various intravenous drips, including vasoactive, insulin, and sedation medications, ensuring accuracy through collaboration with pharmacy for mixing and titration.
- Initiated and discontinued IV sites, ensuring patient comfort and minimizing complications.
Registered Nurse- Adult Medical Surgical/ Subacute Rehabilitation
Corewell Health
Reed City, MI
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Inserted and managed foley catheters, and provided urostomy and colostomy care to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
- Administered wound care and applied dressings in clinical settings.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
Registered Nurse –Home Healthcare
St. John’s Home Healthcare
Ludington, MI
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Managed ventilator settings, provided tracheostomy care, and performed suctioning to ensure patient respiratory stability.
- Operated Hoyer lift to safely transfer patients between locations.
- Executed range of motion exercises and assisted with activities of daily living to enhance patient mobility and independence.
- Ordered, set up, and administered medications and supplies to maintain continuity of care.
Phlebotomist
Corewell Health Formerly Spectrum Health
Reed City, MI
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Collected blood samples and instructed outpatients on proper collection techniques for various specimens.
- Prepared specimens for safe transport to laboratories. Performs various clerical/computer functions.
- Collected blood samples from patients following established protocols to ensure safety and accuracy.
- Maintained equipment and ensured cleanliness in the laboratory environment to promote operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on phlebotomy techniques and safety procedures to enhance team performance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baker Collete
Cadillac, MI05-2012
Skills
- Advanced in electronic applications including but not limited to: Cerner, EPIC, Careport, Teams, Zoom, Voalte, Caregility, OBRA portal, and CoverMyMeds
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Advanced in electronic applications including but not limited to: Cerner, EPIC, Careport, Teams, Zoom, Voalte, Caregility, OBRA portal, and CoverMyMeds
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Care Management
Corewell Health
01.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse- Outpatient Surgery
Corewell Health
01.2017 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse- Home Healthcare (per diem)
Advisacare
01.2017 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse- Critical Care
Corewell Health
01.2012 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse- Adult Medical Surgical/ Subacute Rehabilitation
Corewell Health
01.2012 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse –Home Healthcare
St. John’s Home Healthcare
01.2012 - 01.2017
Phlebotomist
Corewell Health Formerly Spectrum Health
01.2008 - 01.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Baker Collete