Amy J. Lewis MS, RN, NEA-BC
Aurora,CO
Summary
Highly experienced nursing professional with exceptional leadership skills, clinical knowledge and sound judgment developed over a 25-year career. Skillfully staff teams, organize patient care and oversee day-to-day operations by leveraging strong decision-making and multitasking abilities. History of building team cohesion and long-term success to maximize quality and patient centered care.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room RN
Children's Hospital Colorado, South Campus
Highlands Ranch, CO
01.2023 - Current
- Functions as a nurse circulator responsible for maintaining a safe environment during surgery by preparing, monitoring and managing the operating room for patients undergoing general, orthopedic, ENT, eye, GI, urologic, cosmetic and dental procedures.
- Functions as OR Charge RN. Partners with pre / post charge RNs in the management of flow and patient care into and out of the OR.
- Maintains a safe environment for patients and staff members by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Actively participates in team meetings with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals discussing patient care plans.
Operating Room RN
Sky Ridge Medical Center
Lone Tree
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided peri-operative care for pediatric, adult and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures.
- Responsible for preparing, monitoring and managing the operating room by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Partnered with surgeons, anesthesiology and OR staff to provide top of scope care to patients undergoing, general, orthopedic, urologic, gynecologic, vascular, ENT, and robotic assisted surgical procedures.
Director, Emergency Services
Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora
06.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided leadership in strategic and daily operations through collaboration with senior and departmental leaders.
- Developed and implemented performance standards to enhance clinical practice and professional growth.
- Fostered collaborative partnerships with medical leaders within the Section of Emergency Medicine and Trauma/Burn programs.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
Director, Patient Care Services
Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora
09.2013 - 06.2018
- Provided leadership in strategic and daily operations of the Network of Care EDs, UCs and Inpatient units.
- Collaborated with senior and unit leaders to identify and develop organizational objectives.
- Matrix responsibilities and oversight of South Campus clinical support operations including peri-operative services, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, lab, and radiology.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
Clinical Manager
Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora
07.2009 - 08.2013
- Evaluated, planned, and implemented expert nursing care to ill and injured patients of all acuity levels in a Level 1Trauma center.
- Excelled at providing consistent direction for designated nursing/clinical personnel in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating departmental initiatives.
- Employed creative problem-solving tactics when presented with challenging work situations.
- Created and implemented quality assurance programs to ensure patient safety and satisfaction.
Clinical Coordinator
Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora
07.2007 - 06.2009
- Managed daily nursing care of ill and injured patients of all acuity levels in a Level 1 Trauma center.
- Active member in interdepartmental, inter-professional and house wide committees.
- Supervised and performed monthly rounding with direct reports and completed annual evaluations.
Registered Nurse, Level III
Children's Hospital Colorado
Aurora
07.1999 - 07.2007
- Provided high quality, evidence-based nursing care to ill and injured patients of all acuity levels in a Level 1 Trauma center.
- Recognized for providing excellent care to patients and mentorship to my peers.
Registered Nurse
Swedish Medical Center
Englewood
12.2000 - 04.2002
- Provided high quality, evidence-based nursing care to ill and injured patients of all acuity and age levels in a Level 1 Trauma center.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Leadership -
Regis University
Denver, CO12-2006
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Colorado, School of Nursing
Denver, CO05-1999
Skills
- Exceptional work ethic
- Positive attitude
- Flexible
- Organized
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association (2001 - 2022)
- Colorado Organization of Nurse Leaders (2012 - 2022)
- American Organization of Nurse Leaders (2013 - 2022)
Certification
- Registered Nurse, CO License #122111
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Current
- Nurse Executive Advance - Board Certified (NEA-BC), October 2016 - present
- Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN), 2008-2016
Professional Recognitions
- Nightingale Luminary Award Recipient for Advocacy: Pediatric Suicide Screening, 2019
- Emergency Department Professional Achievement Award for Excellence in Leadership, 2009
- Direct Patient Care: Best Trauma Nurse, 2005, Most Flexible with Patient Assignments, 2004, Perfect Attendance: Never Sick, Never Late, 2004, Most Proactive in Initiating Patient Care, 2004, Best Staff Member for Your Family, 2002, Superior Mentor, 2002
Presentations
- March 2020, Children's Hospital Association Behavioral Health Summit, Columbus, OH, Telehealth: Investing in Tele-Psych Services to Improve Access and Patient Experience, Amy Lewis, Jennifer McWilliams
- September 2018, Emergency Nurses Association, Pittsburgh, PA, Because We Asked, Pediatric Suicide Screening in the Emergency Department, Amy Lewis, Marcie Ludwig
- October 2017, Children's Hospital Association Emergency Department Director's Forum, Indianapolis, IN, Using Telemedicine to Manage Pediatric Mental Health Patients in an Emergency/Urgent Care Setting, Amy Lewis
- October 2016, ANCC National Magnet Conference, Orlando, FL, Is It Urgent or Emergent? Implementing a Dual Emergency and Urgent Care Department, Amy Lewis, Lindsey Shaw
Timeline
Operating Room RN
Children's Hospital Colorado, South Campus
01.2023 - Current
Operating Room RN
Sky Ridge Medical Center
02.2022 - 01.2023
Director, Emergency Services
Children's Hospital Colorado
06.2018 - 01.2022
Director, Patient Care Services
Children's Hospital Colorado
09.2013 - 06.2018
Clinical Manager
Children's Hospital Colorado
07.2009 - 08.2013
Clinical Coordinator
Children's Hospital Colorado
07.2007 - 06.2009
Registered Nurse
Swedish Medical Center
12.2000 - 04.2002
Registered Nurse, Level III
Children's Hospital Colorado
07.1999 - 07.2007
Master of Science in Nursing Leadership -
Regis University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Colorado, School of Nursing
- Registered Nurse, CO License #122111
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Current
- Nurse Executive Advance - Board Certified (NEA-BC), October 2016 - present
- Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN), 2008-2016
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