Amy Lytle
Fort Wayne,Indiana
Summary
Organized Registered Nurse with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintain accurate documentation.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Surveyor
Indiana Department of Health
Indianapolis, IN
06.2021 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive surveys of healthcare facilities to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop improvement plans based on survey findings.
- Conducted comprehensive surveys of healthcare facilities to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Mentored junior surveyors in effective surveying techniques and regulatory standards.
RN
Lutheran Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Neurology Medical. Science. Calibrated with multiple departments to ensure the best patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Inpatient Psych Unit Floor Nurse
Park Center, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed detailed evaluations to identify potential suicidal ideation in patients. Established priorities for patient care to ensure timely interventions. Educated patients on managing their health and understanding treatment plans. Working as a team with Dr., Pharmacy, case managers and outside providers.
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and symptoms for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies to promote recovery and wellness.
Private care nursing
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with a family to provide intensive physical, occupational, and nursing care for a three-year-old patient with a trach and g-tube.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Group Home Manager
Park Center, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Promoted to Group Home Manager. Enhanced client lives by fostering teamwork among staff to provide therapeutic milieu. Collaborated with clients and their support systems to create a recovery-focused environment. Focusing on teaching the clients their medications, diagnosis, limitations, coping skills, individuality as well as strengths. Implemented policy and procedures.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations and organizational standards.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with staff and families to enhance resident wellbeing.
- Implemented training programs for staff, improving service delivery and enhancing team performance.
RN
Park Center, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Rejoined group home as RN, ensuring continuity of care for residents. Coordinated care with various healthcare personnel. Created and maintained supportive therapeutic environment to promote client independence. Assisted clients in achieving highest level of function and self-reliance.
- Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for patients.
- Evaluate patient conditions, documenting changes and recommending adjustments to care plans.
RN
Park Center, Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2007
- After obtaining RN license began working on Assertive Community Treatment team. Created a structured medication administration system. Provided patient education through one-on-one sessions, group discussions, and home visits to improve understanding of treatment plans. Communicate and collaborate with medical doctor offices, specialists and pharmacies. Ensure and explain insurance benefits.
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to best practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment options.
RN CICU
Parkview Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Served as RN in CICU, providing critical care to patients in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Worked alongside doctors, respiratory therapist, pharmacist, family members and other parts of care team to ensure highest level of care was given.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols for neonatal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for infants.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Park Center, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Facilitated care and daily activities for ten clients in a group home setting. Coordinated twelve-hour shifts on weekends to align care with clients' school schedules. Facilitated learning of daily living skills and health promotion for clients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team, facilitating timely interventions.
- Assisted with patient assessments and documentation, enhancing care continuity and accuracy of records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Columbus Organization
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Collaborated with doctors to provide patient care through assessments and building rapport with clients.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing individualized care strategies for diverse patient needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Joseph Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2002
- Assisted patients during night shifts at St Joseph’s medical surgical floor. Approximately for six month span. Worked night shift; which included calling doctors for new orders, ensuring pharmacy had medications on floor for and Coordinating X-rays etc.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance treatment protocols and improve patient satisfaction.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fairfield Village
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Nursing home facility. Delivered comprehensive patient care, communicated with physicians, managed orders, performed assessments, and documented in charts. Built rapport with residents and families to enhance care experience. Assisted with facility closure procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes for medical evaluation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans tailored to individual needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Byron Health Care Center
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Started as certified nursing assistant until licensure complete. After licensure, provided care for thirty to forty residents, which included respiratory treatments, medication administration, maintaining skin integrity, daily charting, weekly and monthly assessments, supervising certified nursing assistants’ performances, and interacting with residents and their families.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Assisted in wound care management, promoting healing through effective techniques.
Group Leader
Mattel Incorporated
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Led a team of twenty plus subordinates while managing the quality and quantity of battery operated ride on toys from molding to assembly.
- Led cross-functional teams to streamline product development processes.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing team performance and collaboration.
- Drove strategic initiatives to improve operational efficiency across departments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Saint Francis
Fort Wayne, Indiana01-2005
Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Ivy Tech State College
Fort Wayne, Indiana01-2000
Skills
- Healthcare regulations
- Medical record review
- Patient safety
- Patient-centered care
- Physical assessments
- Infection control
- Documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Survey analysis
- Empathetic care
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Clear patient communication
- Effective patient communication
- Compassionate care
- Patient documentation
Timeline
Nurse Surveyor
Indiana Department of Health
06.2021 - Current
RN
Lutheran Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
Inpatient Psych Unit Floor Nurse
Park Center, Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2020
Private care nursing
01.2018 - 01.2019
Group Home Manager
Park Center, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2018
RN
Park Center, Inc.
01.2007 - 01.2013
RN
Park Center, Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2007
RN CICU
Parkview Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse
Park Center, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2005
Licensed Practical Nurse
Columbus Organization
01.2002 - 01.2003
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saint Joseph Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2002
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fairfield Village
01.2001 - 01.2002
Licensed Practical Nurse
Byron Health Care Center
01.2000 - 01.2001
Group Leader
Mattel Incorporated
01.1995 - 01.1999
Practical Nursing Program - undefined
Ivy Tech State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Saint Francis