Amy Ortega
Summary
Compassionate professional with experience in advocating for patients and providing comprehensive care throughout labor and delivery. Adept at monitoring and assessing patient progress, providing comfort and support to patients and families, and coordinating patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
UI Health
2022.12 - Current
- Advocated for patient preferences within the context of evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Aided with induction of labor for high-risk patients.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Collaborated with physicians and midwives to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse, Neuroscience ICU
UI Health
2020.12 - 2022.12
- Provided exceptional care to high-acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with strokes, traumatic brain injuries, brain and spinal surgery, and other conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, plan of care, disease process, and management options.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
CNA
UI Health
2019.02 - 2020.12
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations and collaborating with physicians, midwives and nurses.
Massage Therapist
Self-Employed
2010.10 - 2020.12
- Addressed specific client concerns through targeted therapeutic massage interventions.
- Assessed clients to determine appropriate massage techniques to apply.
- Performed aroma therapies and specialized relaxation techniques.
- Utilized deep tissue, Swedish and myofascial massage therapy techniques to provide options to customers.
Doula
Self-employed
2010.04 - 2020.12
- Enhanced client comfort during labor by utilizing various pain management techniques such as massage, breathing exercises, and position changes.
- Advocated for client preferences during labor when necessary while respecting medical professional recommendations and prioritizing the health of both mother and baby.
- Educated clients for childbirth education including coping strategies for labor pain, breastfeeding basics, and newborn care essentials.
- Supported families in making informed decisions about childbirth options by sharing evidence-based information on various topics related to pregnancy and birth.
Staff Accountant
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Chicago
2010.07 - 2012.10
- Managed grant reporting and spending
- Reconciled ledgers; maintained liability accounts
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Midwifery
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2026
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL08.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Chicago, IL05.2020
Diploma - Massage Therapy
Cortiva Institute - Chicago
Chicago, IL10.2010
Skills
- Intrapartum Care
- Obstetric Emergency Response
- Patient and family advocacy
- Emotional Support
- IV Insertion, medication and IV administration
- Accurate Documentation in EPIC EMR
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certified
Certification
- Certified Yoga Teacher, 2012-present
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
UI Health
2022.12 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neuroscience ICU
UI Health
2020.12 - 2022.12
CNA
UI Health
2019.02 - 2020.12
Massage Therapist
Self-Employed
2010.10 - 2020.12
Staff Accountant
Boys & Girls Clubs Of Chicago
2010.07 - 2012.10
Doula
Self-employed
2010.04 - 2020.12
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Midwifery
University of Illinois At Chicago
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Illinois At Chicago
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Associate of Science - Nursing
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Diploma - Massage Therapy
Cortiva Institute - Chicago
- Certified Yoga Teacher, 2012-present
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