Amy Quick
Alpena,Michigan
Summary
Compassionate Charge Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, staff supervision, and emergency response. Excels at communication, leadership, and problem-solving to ensure optimal patient outcomes and team performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Alpena Community College
Alpena, MI
10.2024 - Current
- Delivered clinical support and instruction for students during rotations.
- Cultivated relationships with local healthcare facilities to provide quality practicum experiences for students.
- Monitored patient safety during clinical rotations by observing student's interactions with patients and staff.
- Supplied each student with syllabus complying with course requirements, attendance requirements and related course procedures.
- Mentored, supervised and evaluated the performance of clinical nursing students.
Registered Nurse
MyMichigan
Alpena, Michigan
01.2016 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible
- Reported symptoms, condition changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families
- Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders
- Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures
- Held Charge RN positions in both Medical Surgical Unit and Progressive Care Unit
- Covered position as Wound/Ostomy when coverage needed from 2018-2020
Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison
Kindred
Alpena, Michigan
08.2020 - 10.2023
- Served as an advocate for patients to ensure appropriate utilization of resources during hospitalization or post-discharge follow-up visits
- Actively participated in committees focused on improving processes related to transitions of care
- Coordinated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to provide continuity of care
- Identified potential gaps in care by monitoring trends in readmissions rates, length of stay data, and other indicators related to quality metrics
- Facilitated referrals between primary care physicians and specialists when needed.
- Liaised with insurance companies to obtain pre-authorizations for admission
LPN
MyMichigan
Alpena, Michigan
02.2003 - 01.2016
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
- Worked in various departments including- Behavioral Health Unit, Medical Surgical Unit, Inpatient Rehab, and Cardiac Unit
LPN
Compassionate Care Home Health Services
Alpena, MI
09.2002 - 03.2006
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
LPN Charge Nurse
Tendercare Nursing Home
Alpena, MI
08.2002 - 03.2005
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN NURSING -
University of Michigan-Flint
05.2018
REGISTERED NURSE IN NURSING -
Alpena Community College
12.2015
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE IN NURSING -
Alpena Community College
05.2002
Skills
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Patient Monitoring
- Team Leadership
- Care Coordination
- Ultrasound IV trained
- Completed RN Preceptor Course
Certification
- BLS
- PALS
- CMSRN
Personal Information
Title: RN BSN CMSRN
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Instructor
Alpena Community College
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Clinical Liaison
Kindred
08.2020 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
MyMichigan
01.2016 - Current
LPN
MyMichigan
02.2003 - 01.2016
LPN
Compassionate Care Home Health Services
09.2002 - 03.2006
LPN Charge Nurse
Tendercare Nursing Home
08.2002 - 03.2005
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN NURSING -
University of Michigan-Flint
REGISTERED NURSE IN NURSING -
Alpena Community College
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE IN NURSING -
Alpena Community College