Amy Grindle
Shoreline,WA
Summary
Proactive Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient assessments, medication administration, and care planning. Skilled in critical thinking, infection control, and emergency care, enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate and holistic nursing. Strong clinical judgment and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Shoreline School District 412
08.1999 - 06.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
RN Staff Nurse
Providence Everett Medical Center
06.1997 - 10.1999
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments upon admission to determine appropriate level of care required based on individual needs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WABachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN12.1989
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Patient Evaluation
- Medication Distribution
- Taking vitals
- Relationship Building
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Emotional awareness
- Emergency Care
- Emotional Intelligence
- Case Management
- Medical Records Management
- Preventive health
- Call triaging
- Supply Restocking
- Seizure Management
- Family advocacy
- Managing deadlines
- Mobility Assistance
- Health screening
- ADL Assistance
Certification
AHA BLS Health care provider - 2023
PEARS provider - 2021 Seattle Children's Hospital
Certified Lactation Educator - 2011 Bastyr University
Continuing Education
Implicit Bias in Pediatrics: An Emerging Focus in Health Equity Research/2023
National Association of School Nursing - Emotional management Kindergarten - 6th grade
DISH (Diabetes in School Health) Type 1 management 1/2023
Washington State University Preceptor training - 2023
Pediatric Pain Management- 2023
Pediatric head and Spinal Cord Injuries - 2024
Pediatric Acute Respiratory Infection - 2024
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Care - 2024
The Power of Emotional Intelligence - 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Shoreline School District 412
08.1999 - 06.2024
RN Staff Nurse
Providence Everett Medical Center
06.1997 - 10.1999
Bellevue College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
AHA BLS Health care provider - 2023
PEARS provider - 2021 Seattle Children's Hospital
Certified Lactation Educator - 2011 Bastyr University
Continuing Education
Implicit Bias in Pediatrics: An Emerging Focus in Health Equity Research/2023
National Association of School Nursing - Emotional management Kindergarten - 6th grade
DISH (Diabetes in School Health) Type 1 management 1/2023
Washington State University Preceptor training - 2023
Pediatric Pain Management- 2023
Pediatric head and Spinal Cord Injuries - 2024
Pediatric Acute Respiratory Infection - 2024
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Care - 2024
The Power of Emotional Intelligence - 2024
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