Amy Jaster
Houston,TX
Summary
Proven Charge Nurse at Houston Methodist Willowbrook, adept in care coordination and clinical leadership, significantly enhanced patient satisfaction and safety protocols. Expert in decision-making and fostering team unity, I excel in streamlining communication and implementing evidence-based practices, leading to improved patient outcomes and streamlined care processes. Adaptable medical professional demonstrating expertise and knowledge through 10 years in healthcare roles. Committed to leading highly effective teams to delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Willowbrook
08.2020 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
Charge Nurse
St. Lukes Hospital The Vintage
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Managed ventilator weaning protocols for patients transitioning back to spontaneous breathing following extubation success rates.
- Utilized advanced hemodynamic monitoring tools such as arterial lines or Swan-Ganz catheters when caring for patients experiencing cardiovascular instability.
- Streamlined communication between staff members by implementing standardized hand-off processes to minimize information gaps during shift changes.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU setting.
- Served as a strong advocate for ICU patients and their families by addressing concerns, answering questions, and acting as an effective liaison between the medical team and loved ones.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and clinical symptoms, identifying potential complications early on.
Education
BSN -
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lone Star College
Tomball, TX05.2014
Skills
- Decision-Making
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Leadership
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Staff Scheduling
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Quality Improvement
- Discharge Planning
- Issue Resolution
Certification
MedSurg Board Certification
Emergency Neurological Life Support
BLS/ACLS
CPI
NIHSS
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Willowbrook
08.2020 - Current
Charge Nurse
St. Lukes Hospital The Vintage
08.2019 - 08.2020
Intensive Care Unit Clinical Nurse
Cypress Fairbanks Medical Center
06.2014 - 05.2019
BSN -
Western Governors University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Lone Star College