Amy Minor
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Tanner Medical Center, excelling in patient care through critical thinking and compassionate communication. Skilled in medication administration and leadership, significantly enhancing nursing satisfaction and patient outcomes. Expert in maintaining high safety standards and adept at fostering trust and holistic care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Tanner Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Advanced Medical Assistant
Emory Healthcare
12.2009 - 01.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
Waco, GA07-2023
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership - Charge Nurse for 30 bed Unit
- Medication and IV administration
- Hospice and palliative care
- Wound Care
- Physical assessments
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Tracheostomy Care
- Precepting New Grad Nurses
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS)
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Nominee 2024 - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to end of life patients and their families.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Oncology/Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Tanner Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Advanced Medical Assistant
Emory Healthcare
12.2009 - 01.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
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