Amy Scharringhausen
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with significant experience in neonatal intensive care. Demonstrates strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and patient care expertise. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and prepared for dynamic and high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Intermountain Health St. Joseph Hospital
05.2007 - 03.2025
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times while navigating the complexities of neonatal intensive care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the NICU, resulting in improved patient outcomes and overall unit performance.
- Facilitated parent education sessions on infant care, fostering confidence and competence in new parents transitioning home with their newborns.
- Assisted in high-risk deliveries as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing immediate stabilization and resuscitation efforts for newborns in need of critical intervention once the infants were admitted to the Neonatal Unit.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment plans.
- Utilized advanced medical equipment to monitor vital signs, track patient progress, and identify areas for improvement in care delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff within the NICU setting.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
- Administered prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and specialized knowledge of neonatal care techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for neonatal patients, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant's care.
- Conducted regular assessments of premature infants' growth and development, making necessary adjustments to their care plans accordingly.
- Coordinated with social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support for families navigating the NICU journey.
- Served as an advocate for patient needs by collaborating with physicians to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented promptly when necessary.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized treatment plans in the NICU.
- Reduced NICU readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments with families.
- Participated in ongoing professional development courses to stay current on best practices and emerging trends within neonatal nursing.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Assessed potential risks within the NICU environment, implementing preventive measures to maintain patient safety and wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV08-2004
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Family-centered care
- Premature infant care
- Collaborative teamwork
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Adaptable and flexible
- Organizational skills
- Professional demeanor
- CPR/AED
- Ventilator management
Certification
NCC certified in NICU
BLS
NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU
Intermountain Health St. Joseph Hospital
05.2007 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
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