Amalita Edwards RN
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic nursing leader committed to delivering exceptional patient care through innovative practices and collaborative teamwork. Proven track record of enhancing healthcare processes and outcomes, with a focus on patient safety and satisfaction. Seeking growth opportunities to further advance nursing expertise and leadership capabilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN IV HAH
Atrium Health
Charlotte , NC
02.2024 - Current
- Educate patients on self-care management techniques for improved health outcomes.
- Educate patients on utilizing home-based devices for ongoing remote monitoring.
- Help patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery, and reducing compliance issues.
- Counsel patients on lifestyle changes to improve overall wellness.
- Provide emotional support and encouragement to promote positive behavior change.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations by providing timely advice over the phone.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Provide telehealth nursing services to patients in a variety of settings.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Administrative Supervisor
Atrium Health
Charlotte, NC
05.2019 - 02.2024
- Facilitate and maintain patient flow including decompressing several ER departments and coordinating with patient placement to appropriately assign patients.
- Evaluate and identify ineffective workflow processes, implement solutions to improve productivity and personnel performance.
- Administravie point of contact for grievances from patients and staff
- Oversee patient care and ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
Clinical Supervisor
Atrium Health
Charlotte, NC
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Supervise night shift staff. Assist with management duties including payroll and scheduling.
- Effectively communicate with team to coordinate bed availability for STEMI patients
- Drove attainment of optimal outcomes through case management focused on appropriate treatment, clinical quality assurance and service utilization.
- Partnered with nurse manager to raise standards of practice by monitoring, analyzing and correcting staff performance.
- Interview applicants and make recommendations to hire staff.
RN
CHS Resource Team
Charlotte, NC
10.2015 - 03.2017
- Float to various CHS facilities and performed charge nurse and preceptor duties as needed by each floor.
- Developed effective relationships with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members.
- Coordinated communication between multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
RN
CHS Mercy
Charlotte, NC
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Led team of nurses in providing optimal patient care via charge role.
- Preceptor/ Assisted in training nursing staff with peritoneal dialysis.
- Attended LEAN initiative classes to facilitate staff with a smooth transition to the new processes.
- Evaluated health education needs of patients and provided necessary training and instruction.
Clinical Supervisor
CHS Carolinas Medical Center
Charlotte, NC
01.2010 - 03.2013
- Directed and managed night shift team of clinical and support personnel.
- Managed employee review process and ensured compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Partnered with nurse manager to raise standards of practice by monitoring, analyzing and correcting staff performance.
- Assigned staff to meet patient care needs and address productivity standards, while adjusting for census, skill mix and sick calls.
- Carefully selected, developed and retained qualified staff, as well as trained new staff annually.
RN
Advanced Homecare
Charlotte, NC
03.2011 - 07.2012
- Provided woundcare, med administration and teaching to patients/families.
- Evaluated nursing notes to confirm accuracy of described care provided and patient responses.
- Served as liaison between management, clinical staff and the community.
RN
CHS Mercy
Charlotte, NC
04.2007 - 01.2010
- Charge nurse who coordinated closely with supervisors,doctors,and nurse managers to ensure the highest quality of patient care was delivered.
- Precepted new staff and new grad RN's
- Provided necessary health education training for patients
- Evaluated patients presenting with acute conditions such as asthma, appendicitis and hernia.
RN
Winthrop University Hospital
Mineola, NY
01.2004 - 04.2007
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Developed collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists.
LPN
Mercy Medical Center
Rockville Centre, NY
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Leader
Queens University of Charlotte
2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College
2003
LPN - Nursing
Westbury Boces
1995
Certification
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- MSRN Certification
- CVRN Certification
Timeline
RN IV HAH
Atrium Health
02.2024 - Current
Administrative Supervisor
Atrium Health
05.2019 - 02.2024
Clinical Supervisor
Atrium Health
03.2017 - 05.2019
RN
CHS Resource Team
10.2015 - 03.2017
RN
CHS Mercy
03.2013 - 10.2015
RN
Advanced Homecare
03.2011 - 07.2012
Clinical Supervisor
CHS Carolinas Medical Center
01.2010 - 03.2013
RN
CHS Mercy
04.2007 - 01.2010
RN
Winthrop University Hospital
01.2004 - 04.2007
LPN
Mercy Medical Center
01.1998 - 01.2004
Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Leader
Queens University of Charlotte
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College
LPN - Nursing
Westbury Boces