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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Work Preference
Timeline
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Amy Evans

Amy Evans

Registered Nurse
Prescott Valley,AZ

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Staff Nurse with extensive experience at Rainbow Acres and Spectrum Healthcare excelling in patient education and care coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through effective medication administration and infection control measures. Strong clinical judgment and commitment to quality improvement have consistently led to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Knowledgeable nurse with proven track record of providing compassionate patient care and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrated ability to manage patient care plans and ensure adherence to clinical protocols. Exhibits strong communication and critical thinking skills to enhance patient outcomes.

Hardworking nursing professional bringing 24+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to DD, SMI and mental health patients. Knowledgeable about nursing requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse

Rainbow Acres
10.2024 - 01.2026
  • Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols and patient care plans; be attentive to potential side effects and report as needed.
  • Maintenance of accurate Resident Medication and Treatment Administration Records. Medical and dental appointments.
  • Reviews of basic emergency responses; medical and fire.

Monthly Monitoring of AED machines.

  • Maintain good communication with family members, parents, and guardians regarding Resident Health and Wellness, especially in critical medical incidents.
  • Check in medications from the pharmacy. Transcribe and facilitate new orders.
  • Triage Residents' medical conditions as needed.
  • Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and recovery processes.
  • Assisted in the implementation of infection control measures to ensure patient safety.
  • Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records system.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients/residents, enhancing their emotional well-being during treatment.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance nursing practices and patient outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
  • Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Staff Nurse, Psychiatric Outpatient

Spectrum Healthcare, Formerly Verde Valley Guidance Clinic
11.2001 - 10.2024
  • Maintained established agency policies and procedures, performance improvement initiatives, safety, environment of care, management of information, and infection control standards.
  • Utilized excellent customer service skills at all times.
  • Complied with the federal and state law, accrediting and licensing agencies at all times, include but not limited to, federal compliance regulations.
  • Interacted with clients in a culturally competent manner that takes into account factor such as age, developmental or acquired disabilities, religion and spiritual orientation, ethnicity, socioeconomic status
  • Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and medication administration guidelines.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
  • Educated patients and families on health management practices, enhancing understanding of medical conditions and treatments.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and promoting best practices in patient care.
  • Conducted assessments to evaluate patient health status, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Implemented infection control measures, maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and safeguarding patient safety.
  • Administered medications: intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
  • Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in a high-volume clinical setting.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • 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.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Yavapai College
Clarkdale
09.1998 - 05.2001

Skills

  • Case management
  • Patient education
  • Patient safety
  • Wound care
  • Family education
  • Quality improvement
  • Emergency procedures
  • Ethical practice
  • Health promotion
  • Home health care
  • Patient counseling
  • Community health
  • Chronic disease management
  • EMR / EHR
  • Mental health nursing
  • Wound care management
  • HIPAA protocol adherence
  • Monitoring vital signs
  • CPR/AED
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Infection control
  • Care coordination

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

RemoteOn-Site

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Rainbow Acres
10.2024 - 01.2026

Staff Nurse, Psychiatric Outpatient

Spectrum Healthcare, Formerly Verde Valley Guidance Clinic
11.2001 - 10.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Yavapai College
09.1998 - 05.2001