Amy Shelton
Owensboro,KY
Summary
Dedicated Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with 20 years experience as a registered nurse and 7 years experience as a Nurse Practitioner. Currently privileged with serving the urology needs of geriatric citizens in Evansville, Indiana and surrounding areas. As an experienced nurse with an extensive history in training new graduates and employees, stepping into the role as an educator has always been an honor. It is important to support the continued development and growth of nursing and nurse practitioners as this
be willingness to share experience and knowledge these years of experience and knowledge with others, while assisting with achieving their educational goals.
As an adult learner, the challenges of balancing home, work, and school are plenty. Providing a variety of learning material combined with personal experience will be key for keeping things interesting in discussions and assignments. Group work is also a great concept, that can build confidence, responsibility, and create new friendships. This is an amazing opportunity, that this applicant feels determined would be successful.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Urology
12.2016 - Current
- Productive clinic with approximately 100 patients cared for weekly via office visit, patient portal, or telemedicine mode. Appointment levels consist of acute, chronic, and well visits.
- Performs health assessments, prostate screenings, physical exams, pelvic exams, and for acute, chronic, and annual follow up visit
- Obtains and records each patient's medical history, diagnostic data, medication record, and adds any new information accurately and in a timely manner.
- Orders and interprets laboratory and imaging testing appropriate for diagnosing.
- Discusses treatment options with patient and ensures there is a clear understanding of those options.
- Utilizes evidence-based practice guidelines for treatment options and closely monitors the progress.
- Effectively consult with collaborating physician to develop a comprehensive plan of care to optimize patient outcome as needed.
- Coordinated sacral neuromodulation clinic that initiated education and guidelines for staff that resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Assists in the management of carcinoma of prostate.
- Assists in the evaluation, diagnoses, and treatment of renal cell carcinoma.
- Provides evaluation, diagnoses, treatment, and education for prevention of renal stone disease.
- Provides evaluation, diagnoses, treatment, and education for prevention of acute and chronic urinary tract infections.
- Provides evaluation, diagnoses, treatment, and education for prevention of overactive bladder.
- Provides evaluation, diagnoses, treatment, and education for prevention of interstitial cystitis
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
Circulating Nurse
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
06.2004 - 11.2016
- Conducts preoperative education, addresses any concerns or questions patients may have. Provides reassurance and support to patient and family.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated and consulted with healthcare teams to plan, implement, assess and evaluate patient care plans.
- Actively monitor and maintain sterility of sterile field to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques.
- Positioned patients in operating rooms to prepare for surgical procedures, using various supine, prone and sitting surgical positions.
- Assisted with anesthesia, by administering oxygen, inserting OPA's and applying suction and jaw thrust.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Leads TIMEOUT prior to surgical start of procedure.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Protects patient's rights, by serving as their advocate while they are under anesthesia, maintaining the highest level of respect, dignity and health possible.
- Trained to always have an ear to the surgical field to anticipate their needs and increase the safety of patients.
- Documents all legally required medical records for the surgical procedure, including charges, accurately and in a timely manner.
- Provides updates to patient's family throughout procedure
- Educated family members and caregivers on post-operative patient care instructions.
- Participated in a group project that prioritized the handling of surgical products and materials that resulted in less time lost and better patient outcomes.
- Coordinated communication between surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other team members to ensure a positive outcome for patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams during complex surgeries to provide seamless hand offs of care between departments enhancing patient safety.
- Maintained current with training on new techniques and equipment in the operating room, within my specialty and various other sub-specialties, as required for call purposes.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally through quick assessment and appropriate action steps to minimize risks for the patient. 7 years experience with level 3 trauma involving cardiovascular and neurosurgery call.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Maryville
St Louis, MO08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Indiana Wesleyan
Marion, IN12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kentucky Community And Technical College System
Owensboro, KY12.2004
Skills
- Patient Communication
- Health Assessments
- Physical Examinations
- Diagnosis and Prognosis
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient Education
- Preventive Healthcare
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- December 2023: Medtronic Pelvic Health Distinguished InterStim Therapy Provider
Timeline
Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Urology
12.2016 - Current
Circulating Nurse
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
06.2004 - 11.2016
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Maryville
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Indiana Wesleyan
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Kentucky Community And Technical College System
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