Amy Sommers
Bolivar,OH
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Aultman Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and education. Proven ability to advocate for pediatric patients while delivering exceptional care in high-pressure environments. Skilled in critical thinking and effective communication, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and seamless interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pretesting RN
Aultman Hospital
Canton, OH
01.2021 - Current
- Utilizes the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifies and determines the priority of a patient's problems and needs, analyzes assessment data, and coordinates care with interdisciplinary care team members to optimize the patient for surgery, including pediatric patients.
- Educates patients and caregivers on preoperative instructions, day of surgery expectations, and post surgical care plan
- Identifies any pre-existing conditions that might affect the course of treatment related to anesthesia administration, and ensures the safety concerns are relayed to the APRN within the pretest department.
- Provides strong attention to detail to ensure the safe and efficient preparation of patients for surgical or invasive procedures requiring sedation
- Utilizes electronic health records (EHR) to document patient care accurately and efficiently.
- Coordinates discharge planning, including patient education on follow-up care, and medication management.
- Advocates for the rights and needs of pediatric patients, ensuring a child-friendly healthcare environment.
Radiology Receiving RN
Aultman Hospital
Canton, OH
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed intakes on outpatients or IR procedures which includes; documenting health history, vitals, IV insertion, verify physician orders and notify PA when patient is ready for procedure
- Recovered IR outpatients post procedure and notify physician of any concerns, educate patient and family on discharge instructions, and document all assessments
- Supported all areas of Radiology including Ultrasound, MRI, Xray, IR and CT
- Alleviated patient fears of treatments using kind, empathetic communication
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments and documented care activities
PreOp/PACU RN
Tuscarawas Ambulatory Surgery Center
Dover, OH
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Assessed patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric prior to surgery, ensured operative and informed consents were in order and matched H&P, ensured all preoperative data was collected and accurate, took and recorded vital signs, and reported abnormal findings. Educated the patient and family on procedures and answered questions to ensure they were kept comfortable, to minimize anxiety and promote recovery, and initiated IV.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Facilitated communication between families, doctors, and other healthcare providers.
- Provided direct nursing care to pediatric patients in a hospital setting.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Assessed and monitored patients' postoperative condition, performed interventions in case of postoperative emergencies, updated anesthesia and the surgeon on the status post-op, and provided discharge teachings/instructions.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and pediatric advanced life support protocols and directives.
ENT/Allergy Nurse
Innovative Health and Longevity
Uniontown, OH
05.2016 - 12.2017
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments and adjusted therapy accordingly.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Led educational sessions for nursing staff on pediatric care best practices and new healthcare technologies.
Oncology Nurse
Hematology and Oncology Associates
Canton, OH
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided guidance to family members regarding end-of-life decisions related to advanced stages of cancer.
- Managed complex pain management issues utilizing appropriate pharmacological interventions when necessary.
- Monitored vital signs of cancer patients during treatments, adjusting medications accordingly.
- Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
- Fostered positive relationships with patients by responding quickly to their needs while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Aultman Hospital
Canton, OH
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Provided care for critically ill patients in an ICU setting, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Provided emotional support to families during stressful times associated with critical illness or death of a loved one.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients, families, physicians, and other health team members based on trust, respect, compassion, empathy, reliability, integrity and professionalism.
- Managed ventilators and other respiratory support devices as needed.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Educated family members on proper home care techniques after discharge from the hospital.
- Coordinated daily rounds with interdisciplinary teams to discuss plan of care updates for assigned patients.
- Administered intravenous fluids or medications as prescribed by the physician.
- Cared for post-operative patients by providing wound care, pain management, and infection control protocols.
Neuro/Trauma Registered Nurse
Aultman Hospital
Canton, OH
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs, laboratory values, hemodynamic parameters and other clinical data.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Canton, OH05.2008
Associate of Applied Business degree - Business Management Technology, with an emphasis in marketing
Kent State University Tuscarawas Campus
New Philadelphia, OH12.2001
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Education
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Discharge Planning
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Ventilator support
- Surgical Critical Care
- Organizational skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Effective Communication
- Time Management
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Pediatric advocacy
- Preoperative education
- Pediatric care expertise
- Medical recordkeeping
- Medication administration
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
Certification
- Ohio Registered Nurse – Active
- BLS
Personal Activities
- Currently have two children who attend Tusky Valley Elementary School and have been actively volunteering with the PTO throughout the past 7 years.
- Current member of the Tusky Valley Booster Club and have helped to organize many events, such as the highly successful Father Daughter Dance the past three years held at the elementary school.
- Served as the chair of our Pretesting unit based Shared Decision Committee from 01/01/23 to 12/31/24.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pretesting RN
Aultman Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Radiology Receiving RN
Aultman Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2021
PreOp/PACU RN
Tuscarawas Ambulatory Surgery Center
01.2017 - 01.2021
ENT/Allergy Nurse
Innovative Health and Longevity
05.2016 - 12.2017
Oncology Nurse
Hematology and Oncology Associates
08.2015 - 05.2016
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Aultman Hospital
08.2011 - 08.2015
Neuro/Trauma Registered Nurse
Aultman Hospital
08.2008 - 08.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aultman College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Associate of Applied Business degree - Business Management Technology, with an emphasis in marketing
Kent State University Tuscarawas Campus
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