Amy Montoya
Raton,US
Summary
Motivated professional with extensive experience providing quality patient care in a variety of healthcare settings. Demonstrated ability to quickly assess patient needs and develop comprehensive treatment plans. Adept at using electronic health records (EHR) to document patient data, maintain medical records and track treatment progress. Committed to evidence-based practice and continuing education to stay abreast of developments in the healthcare field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
LRS Heathcare
Omaha, NE
03.2025 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to acutely ill patients, including medication administration, wound care, IV therapy management, and other medical treatments.
- Used competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care.
- Responded to medical emergencies, alerting appropriate team members.
- Performed patient assessments, developed and implemented individualized care plans, and monitored progress in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient-centered care and ensure optimal outcomes.
Charge Nurse
Presbyterian Rust Medical Center
Rio Rancho, NM
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by delegating tasks efficiently among staff members in order to ensure optimal workflow.
- Assisted in making nursing staff assignments based on patient acuity and competency of staff.
- Assisted new nurses during orientation process by providing guidance on processes and protocols.
Charge Nurse Med/Surg
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
, US
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by delegating tasks efficiently among staff members in order to ensure optimal workflow.
- Assisted in making nursing staff assignments based on patient acuity and competency of staff.
- Assisted new nurses during orientation process by providing guidance on processes and protocols.
Registered Nurse Med/Surg & ICU
Holy Cross Medical Center
, US
09.2021 - 04.2023
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Used feedback and clinical data to improve care quality and patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Travel Registered Nurse
LRS Healthcare
US
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided direct nursing care to acutely ill patients, including medication administration, wound care, IV therapy management, and other medical treatments.
- Used competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care.
- Responded to medical emergencies, alerting appropriate team members.
- Performed patient assessments, developed and implemented individualized care plans, and monitored progress in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient-centered care and ensure optimal outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications as ordered by physicians and maintained detailed documentation of administered drugs and controlled substances per established policies and procedures.
Administrator/ Director of Nursing
Taos Enchanted Village
US
03.2022 - 01.2023
- As the Director of Nursing (DON) I was responsible for the clinical operations of the facility, including resident care, healthcare nursing, and supervising nursing staff.
- The DON also ensures compliance with regulations and reports to the facility administrator.
- As the Facility Administrator I was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the facility, including but not limited to planning the budget, hiring and managing staff, marketing the facility, implementing policies and goals, coordinating logistical functions, monitoring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Answered phone calls and emails from clients to address questions, complaints, and needs.
- Utilized computer software to complete various administrative tasks.
- Trained newly hired employees regarding company procedures, standards and goals.
- Coordinated employee schedules and set dates for company meetings and appointments.
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
US
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Monitor patients, administer medications, assist patients with basic needs, chart care and respond to emergencies.
- Performed nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Miners Colfax Medical Center
US
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Provided leadership and supervision for nursing staff in a hospital setting.
- Successfully managed workflow of day-to-day operations by utilizing effective problem solving skills.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, families, staff members, and vendors regarding patient status updates.
- Ensured compliance with governmental regulations pertaining to the delivery of health care services.
- Maintained high quality standards of patient care through implementation of evidence based practice guidelines.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing personnel; provided feedback, counseling, and disciplinary action as necessary.
- Developed educational materials for use by nursing personnel on various topics relevant to their job duties.
Medical Surgical Manager
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
US
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Identified training needs among medical personnel and coordinated educational opportunities to increase their skillset.
- Researched best practices in order to make evidence-based decisions regarding clinical services provided.
- Participated in committees or work groups focused on improving patient outcomes or advancing healthcare initiatives.
- Collaborated closely with other departments within the hospital to coordinate patient care processes.
- Established effective communication channels between medical staff members and other departments within the organization.
- Maintained compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations and standards.
- Oversaw scheduling of surgeries while taking into account available resources such as equipment, staffing, time constraints.
Registered Nurse
Miners Colfax Medical Center
US
09.2014 - 11.2017
- I provided direct patient care at MCMC Long Term Care.
- My job duties include emergent and acute patient care, medication administration, cleaning and dressing wounds, patient assessment and implementation, collecting data on a patient's status and reporting it to the rest of the team, assisting in the process of coming up with a nursing diagnosis and nursing plan, and assisting in the implementation of this plan through following nursing and physician orders.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miners Colfax Medical Center
US
05.2014 - 09.2014
- I provided direct patient care at MCMC Long Term Care.
- My job duties include medication administration, cleaning and dressing wounds, resident assessment and implementation, collecting data on a patient's status and reporting it to the rest of the team, assisting in the process of coming up with a nursing diagnosis and nursing plan, and assisting in the implementation of this plan through following nursing and physician orders.
Nurse Technician
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
US
06.2008 - 08.2010
- I provide direct patient care at MCMC under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- My job duties included helping patients eat and bathe, observing patients, taking and recording the patients' vitals and reporting any changes in a patient's condition to the nurse.
Education
REGISTERED NURSE -
Trinidad State Junior College
COLICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -
Trinidad State Junior College
COASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION -
University of Pheonix
AZASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT -
Online Program
Skills
- ACLS
- PALS
- Mass Casualty certified
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Privacy
- Confidentiality
- Patient Assessments
- Charting
- Clinical Documentation
- Medical Record keeping
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Examination
- Patient Care Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Compassionate
- Caring
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Accurate Documentation
- Continuous Education
- Strong Work Ethic
Certification
- The New Mexico Administrator Addendum
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
References
- Emily, Taos Retirement Village, 1-405-234-6600
- Pang Maou, Miners Colfax Medical Center Charge Nurse Coworker, (719) 679-7762, pangmoua99@gmail.com
- Ade Lynn, Miners Colfax Medical Center Registered Nurse Coworker, abbelanier@yahoo.com
Personal Information
Title: DIRECTOR OF NURSING
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
LRS Heathcare
03.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
Presbyterian Rust Medical Center
11.2024 - 03.2025
Charge Nurse Med/Surg
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
04.2024 - 11.2024
Administrator/ Director of Nursing
Taos Enchanted Village
03.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse Med/Surg & ICU
Holy Cross Medical Center
09.2021 - 04.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
LRS Healthcare
09.2021 - 03.2023
Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
09.2020 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Miners Colfax Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2020
Medical Surgical Manager
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
11.2017 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
Miners Colfax Medical Center
09.2014 - 11.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Miners Colfax Medical Center
05.2014 - 09.2014
Nurse Technician
Miners' Colfax Medical Center
06.2008 - 08.2010
REGISTERED NURSE -
Trinidad State Junior College
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE -
Trinidad State Junior College
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION -
University of Pheonix
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT -
Online Program