Amy Zimmitti
Keyport
Summary
Registered nurse specializing in pediatric care, emphasizing integration of family health goals and connection to community resources. Proven experience in mentoring new nurses and leading educational initiatives within interdisciplinary teams. Committed to providing comprehensive support for children's medical needs and enhancing family engagement in care processes.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Family Nurse
Rutgers University School of Nursing
10.2012 - Current
- Collaborated with DCPP staff, families, medical providers, and community workers to establish health goals and create actionable plans for children with medical needs
- Educated families and social workers on health maintenance and specific medical needs associated with various diagnoses, enhancing understanding and care strategies
- Connected families to community resources, facilitating ongoing support and improving access to essential services
- Assess and address social determinants of health impacting families served
- Headed the Red Flags training team to include recruiting and training new nurses to present classes to DCPP staff, coordinate with DCF to schedule classes, assign trainers, review class evaluations, address issues raised and manage classroom education materials
Health Care Case Manager
DCPP
06.2009 - 10.2012
- Created individualized care plans for a caseload of 50 children to meet their specific health needs
- Collaborated with resource families to address medical needs of children through regular home visits
- Provide health care case management to children in out-of-home placement through DCPP
Per Diem RN
UMDNJ-Newark
03.2008 - 06.2009
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary care team, including doctors, therapists, and social workers, to develop comprehensive care plans with measurable short and long term goals.
- Provided patient-centered care to pediatric intensive care patients, ensuring individual needs were met.
- Fostered supportive environment for families of critically ill children, emphasizing education and emotional guidance.
Staff RN
Monmouth Medical Center
Long Branch
11.1998 - 02.2009
- Assumed charge nurse role, managing bed assignments, staffing, problem-solving, and conflict resolution to enhance unit operations.
- Provided patient care and administered medications to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Trained new hires in hospital protocols, fostering adherence to standards and improving onboarding experience.
- Recognized by the VP of Nursing for 'promoting an environment of teamwork and willingness to go the extra mile for patients.'
Supervisor of the school nursing office
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Raritan
08.2003 - 10.2004
- Supervised certified medical assistant, managing scheduling, performance evaluations, job duties, and disciplinary actions to maintain effective office operations.
- Managed health records for 500 students, ensuring adherence to state regulations for daycare centers and safeguarding student health information.
- Monitored school premises to ensure safety and security for students and staff.
- Conducted training for new hires and families on health policies to ensure understanding and compliance with school health standards.
- Completed pre-employment drug and PPA testing
Education
RN-BSN -
Rutgers School of Nursing
05-2027
Associate of Applied Science -
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ05-1998
Skills
- Health assessment
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Community resource connection
- Family support
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Child and Family Nurse
Rutgers University School of Nursing
10.2012 - Current
Health Care Case Manager
DCPP
06.2009 - 10.2012
Per Diem RN
UMDNJ-Newark
03.2008 - 06.2009
Supervisor of the school nursing office
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
08.2003 - 10.2004
Staff RN
Monmouth Medical Center
11.1998 - 02.2009
RN-BSN -
Rutgers School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science -
Brookdale Community College