Amy Powderly RN
1218 Belle Meadows Drive Loveland,OH
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated and experienced registered nurse seeking the school nurse position at Archbishop McNicholas High School, where I can contribute to students health and well-being through my clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to promoting a healthy school environment.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School/Milford Exempted School District
08.2019 - Current
- Provide health services to elementary school students, focusing on both physical and mental health needs.
- Provide first aid and respond to medical emergencies.
- Conduct health assessments, vision and hearing screenings and immunization review to ensure state health compliance.
- Maintain accurate and confidential health records for students and administers medications as prescribed.
- Develop and implement individualized health plans for students with special healthcare needs in collaboration with parents, teachers, and healthcare providers.
- Educate students, staff, and parents on health promotion, disease prevention, and safety measures.
- Active in development of school safety plans and school policies that promote positive and safe learning environment for all students.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to support various projects and events, providing assistance as required.
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Cincinnati Children's Medical Center
09.2007 - 08.2019
- Assessed patients recovering from anesthesia, monitoring vital signs, consciousness levels, pain levels, and surgical site conditions.
- Managed airway patency and respiratory status, ensuring adequate oxygenation and ventilation.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and families during recovery process.
- Administered medications as prescribed for pain management and other postoperative symptoms.
- Advocated for needs and preferences of patients, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being throughout recovery process.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing staff by sharing knowledge, providing guidance, and assisting colleagues when needed. Preceptor for new employees.
- Continuously updated nursing skills through professional development opportunities.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cincinnati Children's Medical Center
08.2002 - 09.2007
- Assessed pediatric patients presenting to emergency room, including infants, children and adolescents.
- Utilized triage protocols to rapidly assess acuity and severity of pediatric patients' conditions and prioritized care based on urgency of their needs.
- Fostered supportive and compassionate environment for pediatric patients and their families.
- Provided specialized care to pediatric patients with traumatic injuries, coordinating with trauma teams and surgeons as necessary to optimize outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, social workers, and child life specialists, to coordinate comprehensive care for pediatric patients.
- Identified as member of both code and trauma teams, providing critical support during emergencies.
- Certified in PALS. ACL and ENCP.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Edison State College
Piqua, OH05.1997
Skills
- Proficient in electronic health record management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, easily develop rapport with students, parents and school staff
- Ability to work independently and as part of team in dynamic school environment
- Organized and dependable, capable of at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Ohio
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
References
Available upon request
Timeline
School Nurse
St. Andrew-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School/Milford Exempted School District
08.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Cincinnati Children's Medical Center
09.2007 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cincinnati Children's Medical Center
08.2002 - 09.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Edison State College
- Registered Nurse, State of Ohio
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
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