Amy Watts
Green Sea,SC
Summary
Compassionate RN with extensive experience in critical care, hospice, and acute care. Delivers comprehensive patient care, emphasizing safety and timely interventions. Proficient in telemetry monitoring, medication administration, and EHR charting. Builds strong relationships with patients and healthcare teams to support coordinated care and achieve patient care goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Critical Care
McLeod Hospital
Loris, South Carolina
08.2026 - Current
- Monitored critical care patients at McLeod Hospital, documenting condition changes to inform treatment decisions.
- Tracked cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and telemetry alarms to enhance patient safety and timely interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications to patients in intensive care units. and tracked patient responses in intensive care units.
- Worked with physicians, respiratory therapy, and nursing teams to support care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Maintained electronic health records with accurate charting and shift documentation.
- Built collaborative relationships with physicians and healthcare professionals to promote optimal patient care.
- Supervised unlicensed personnel performing delegated tasks within scope of practice.
RN CaseManger
Liberty Hospice
Whiteville, North Carolina
11.2020 - Current
- Coordinated hospice care plans for patients and families, ensuring tailored support and resources.
- Assessed patient needs during home visits and hospice admissions.
- Communicated patient status and care changes to interdisciplinary hospice team, facilitating cohesive care delivery.
- Educated families on comfort care and end-of-life support, enhancing understanding and quality of care.
- Documented nursing assessments in electronic hospice records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
- Oversaw unlicensed personnel training and supervision.
RN Staff Nurse
McLeod Seacoast Hospital
Little River, South Carolina
03.2022 - 04.2025
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Delivered bedside care for acute patients across hospital units.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions throughout shifts.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, therapists, and care teams.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with serious illness or injury.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses, certified nurse assistants and other staff members.
RN, Critical Care
McLeod Hospital
Loris, South Carolina
05.2018 - 12.2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Assessed critical care patients at McLeod Hospital and documented changes in condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Provided bedside support during procedures, admissions, and patient transfers.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and family members regarding diagnosis and treatment plan options.
- Prepared rooms, supplies, and equipment for critical care treatment at McLeod Hospital.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wilson Senior Care
Loris, South Carolina
01.2014 - 05.2018
- Administered medications for Wilson Senior Care residents following physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing leadership.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes in senior care settings.
- Supported care plans for long-term care residents at Wilson Senior Care.
- Documented resident care in medical records and shift notes.
- Communicated resident concerns to physicians, families, and care team members.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
Whiteville, NC06-2018
High School Diploma -
South Columbus High School
Tabor City 06-1998
Skills
- Medication administration
- Telemetry monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Wound management
- Vital signs monitoring
- EHR charting
- Wound care
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Hospice care
Timeline
RN, Critical Care
McLeod Hospital
08.2026 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
McLeod Seacoast Hospital
03.2022 - 04.2025
RN CaseManger
Liberty Hospice
11.2020 - Current
RN, Critical Care
McLeod Hospital
05.2018 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wilson Senior Care
01.2014 - 05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Southeastern Community College
High School Diploma -
South Columbus High School