AMY L. SHARPE
Soldotna,USA
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 28 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Aesthetics specialty.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse (per Diem)
Central Peninsula Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Perform the primary functions of a Registered Nurse in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of all patients in Cardiac Cath Lab Services during his or her shift.
- Responsible for meeting the established standards of Intensive Nursing Practice, for managing all assigned personnel, supplies, and equipment in the unit, and for promoting teamwork with physicians and interdisciplinary personnel.
- Under general supervision, perform professional nursing, technical and administrative duties as they relate to the cardiac services department as assigned.
- Perform circulate, scrub and hemodynamic monitoring duties with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, interventional radiology procedures, holding area procedures, and Imaging Department nursing care support using clinical knowledge, technical skills and professional judgment in accordance with professional and departmental standards and protocols to include moderate sedation.
- Assist physicians with diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
- Provide care, assessment prior, during and post-procedural care and instruction to patients. Prepare and maintain all pertinent information related to procedures.
- Minimize complications by identifying and responding to emergent situations promptly and efficiently.
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Cheeky Medspa
10.2022 - Current
- Registered nurse responsible for the provision of cosmetic treatments within the scope of practice and delegation of duties to Medical Assistants
- Offer professional consultations, educate patients to choose appropriate treatment plans with recommended services and products
- Create treatment plans for each consultation/appointment
- Provide the highest quality treatments, deliver care in accordance with mutually agreed upon guidelines that are developed by supervising provider and RN and consistent with authorized practice as defined by state law
- Ensure safety and comfort to patients by interviewing and medically screening, performing skin examinations and assessments, monitoring patients during procedures, and performing pre- and post- procedure care and education as needed
- Provide accurate charting and clinical documentation and ensure correct protocols for reporting adverse reactions
- Provide pre- and post- treatment instructions
- Perform skin treatments, laser and injectable services
- Continuously met or exceeded productivity goals
- Remain current with aesthetic medicine by attending regular trainings and assuring certifications are up-to-date
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Work well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Work effectively in fast-paced environments.
Occupational Health Nurse
Army Department of Public Health
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered comprehensive nurse-oriented occupational health service in compliance with program elements as outlined in Army Regulation 40-5 (PAM 40-11) and OSHA requirements
- Focused on occupational and non-occupational disorders, illness/absence control, communicable disease clearance, hearing and vision conservation programs, health education and counseling services, job related immunizations, respiratory protection program, chronic disease surveillance, epidemiological investigation of occupational illness and injury, and maintenance of medical and administrative reports
- Elicited histories and performed physical examinations as related to occupational hazards, patient's history, and/or fitness requirements of the work assignment
- Identifed, ordered, reviewed and interpreted examination test results; discriminated between normal and abnormal findings to recognize early stages of physical, emotional, or mental problems, and made recommendations for hire/retention
- Made recommendations for and provided immunizations in accordance with immunization practices prescribed by Center for Disease Control, job requirement, Occupational Health medical surveillance matrix, and physician's guidance
- Collaborated with the physician preceptor of employees with selected or complex problems, initiated referrals when appropriate, and coordinated health care aspects as required
- Collaborated formulation of Occupational Health Nursing program policies, goals, objectives and standards
- Ensured uniform application of all administrative and technical operative policies and procedures
- Conducted internal medical records review of completed nursing services offered to assure efficiency and effectiveness of Occupational Health nursing program
Clinical Services Manager, Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery
Foundation Health Partners
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided supervision and support of clinical operations, staff and patients
- Managed finances and personnel to ensure appropriate allocation of resources in providing quality care
- Provided and facilitated patient centered care and patient flow
- Served as a resource to employees for clinical and managerial support
- Promoted and participated in interdisciplinary patient care planning and education
- Ensured effective use of resources, equipment and supplies
- Identified and adjusted staffing levels as needed to meet changing workload projections and provide safe, quality patient care
- Assisted in the development of budgets and ensured targets were met
- Resource to patients, families, physicians and staff
- Provided departmental leadership by demonstrating effective communication skills, problem solving skills and promoted retention
- Conducted individual and team goal setting, performance planning and evaluation
- Participated in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of process improvement and quality management activities
- Worked with staff to make necessary changes
- Functioned as Breast Cancer Coordinator for Plastic Surgery Services by collaborating with the Cancer Treatment Center providers and staff
- Managed referrals and patient care
- Functioned as a certified Nurse Injector and Cosmetic Laser operator
RN Patient Navigator/Survivorship Coordinator
Foundation Health Partners
05.2020 - 03.2021
- RN Patient Navigator
- - Assessed patient plan of care and developed, implemented, monitored and documented the utilization of resources and progress of the patient throughout their care
- - Facilitated services to meet health care needs
- - Coordinated care through a multidisciplinary approach making appropriate referrals and consultations
- - Assisted patient and family through diagnostic services, treatment and care
- - Provided patient/family education on diagnostic processes, care strategies and treatments
- - Coordinated with patients, physicians and other healthcare providers to establish treatment goals that are functional, measureable, patient-centered and implemented the plan of care
- 2- Participated in staff development and weekly chart review meetings to maintain current standards of practice and to ensure the highest quality of care
- Survivorship Coordinator
- - Assisted patients as they transition to the survivorship phase of their disease
- - Develope Survivorship Care Plans outlining diagnosis, pathology and an individualized treatment plan that focuses on surveillance, screening guidelines and wellness education tailored to cancer type and treatment history
Valve Coordinator
Advocate Christ Medical Center
04.2016 - 03.2020
- Clinical Coordinator for a high-volume structural heart program with a focus on transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVR) and transcatheter mitral valve replacements and repair (TMVR/TMVr)
- Collaborated with cardiovascular surgeons and cardiologists, planned, assessed and implemented valve disease patient evaluation, pre and post operatively as it relates to valve disease patients
- Participated in the initial evaluation and education session of patients and families considering valve disease treatments
- Developed a nursing care plan for the pre and post valve repair treatment which included patient and family education and psychosocial needs
- Initiated the medical evaluation of the valve disease patient which included: coordination of diagnostic testing per valve evaluation guidelines, referrals to physicians and specialists, and obtaining and reviewing medical records
- Assessed the valve disease patient evaluation results and communicated to the CV surgeons and cardiologists
- Organized, prepared and presented valve disease patients' cases to the multidisciplinary valve committee
- Provided continuing education and psychosocial support to the patient and families during the pre and post evaluation process
- Collaborated with physicians to provide support with patient encounters/visits in the outpatient clinic reviews and provided follow-up diagnostic testing, laboratory results and communication with consultants and the valve team
- Collaborated with physicians to schedule procedures or testing and provided follow-up communication to the patient on the above testing
- Assisted Research Coordinator with identifying study candidates and organizing testing and clinic visits
- Maintained compliance with national registries
Regional Nurse Educator
HealthSTAR Clinical Education Solutions
04.2016 - 12.2019
- Contracted by Eli Lily
- Provided on site patient/family education for injectable medications (Taltz and Forteo)
- Traveled to patient homes, rehabilitation facilities and hospitals to educate patient/family members and staff members on proper administration of injectable medications
- Coordinated follow up appointments to assess compliance
- Reported to Regional Nurse Manager
Registered Nurse
Heart Care Centers of Illinois
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Registered Nurse for a large cardiology practice
- Performed telephone triage, assisted physicians during clinic visits by providing patent care, patient education and collaborated with hospital and outside physicians to facilitate plan of care
- Coordinated and scheduled patients for diagnostic procedures and office visits
- Managed patients on anti-coagulant therapy by obtaining blood samples for testing and adjusting medications appropriately under physician supervision
- Assisted physicians during radiofrequency ablations to lower extremities by preparing the patient using sterile technique, administering conscious sedation monitoring vital signs providing patient education pre- and post-proce3dure, and coordination follow up visits to confirm procedure success
- Functioned as a liaison between physicians, patients and family member, outside agencies, referring physicians and insurance companies
- Worked with insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations/pre-certifications for medications and diagnostic procedures
Registered Nurse
Dermatology Associates
06.2011 - 12.2014
- Provided care for patients in a busy dermatology practice including pediatric, young adult, adult and older adult patients
- Prepared patients for medical examination by obtaining a history and physical and recording information in the patient's chart
- Assisted physicians and physician assistants with examinations, surgical procedures, cosmetic procedures and medical procedures
- Recorded findings and plan of care in the patients' chart
- Provided patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment plan, prescriptions, pre-operative instructions and post procedure care
- Assisted and prepared patients for implementation of laser treatments, phototherapy, cosmetic procedures and radiation therapies
- Assisted dermatologic surgeons during Mohs procedures and surgical excisions of both benign and malignant skin lesions
- Circulated in the procedure room monitoring patients and scrubbed in as necessary
- Applied pressure dressings to maintain hemostasis post procedure and performed suture removal as needed
- Collected laboratory specimens including bacterial cultures, fungal cultures and biopsies for analysis
- Responded to call in requests/questions from patients, physicians and pharmacies
- Performed procedures on benign skin lesions under physician supervision
- Completed over 68 hours of intense training in aesthetic dermatology
- Certified in laser aesthetics, cosmetic injectables and advanced injectables including Botox and Dermal Fillers
Nurse Consultant
Medical One Recruiter, Inc.
10.2002 - 07.2003
- Performed as a professional recruiter for the nursing profession
- Served as a consultant for fellow recruiters and clients regarding matters pertaining to the nursing profession
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Rush University Medical Center
01.2002 - 10.2002
- Provided care in a specialized clinical environment for patients undergoing evaluation and treatment of pulmonary hypertension and heart failure
- Coordinator of research studies for new medical treatments
- Managed diuretic, anticoagulant and vasodilator therapies as prescribed by the medical staff
- Initiated chronic IV infusion therapies and provided patient education of drug preparation and maintenance
- Assisted physicians in the cardiac catheterization lab, accompanied physicians during hospital rounds and provided patient care in the clinic and hospital settings
- Provided telephonic triage, coordinated referrals and transfers, scheduled clinic appointments and diagnostic tests
- Coordinated weekly team meetings, rotated call coverage and worked closely with insurance companies and government agencies to facilitate reimbursement
Chicago Clinical Sales Representative
Marine Polymer Technologies
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Hospital based representative targeting cardiac catheterization labs, interventional radiology labs and hemophilia clinics promoting the Syvek Patch
- Gained valuable experience in a 'startup' corporate environment by introducing state of the art technology to a population accustomed to more invasive products and procedures
- Provided all clinical education, training and demonstration of the product to physicians and staff members
- Collaborated with clinical coordinators to develop patient education materials
- Increased territory sales by more that 300% and consistently exceeded monthly sales quotas
- Received commendation from management for achieving #1 sales representative in the nation out of 25 in the sales force
- Ranked #4 overall in the company
Registered Nurse
University of Chicago Hospitals - Cardiac Catherization Lab
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Assisted interventional cardiologists during coronary diagnostic procedures, percutaneous coronary interventions, peripheral diagnostic and interventional procedures, valvuloplasties, right heart catheterizations, RV biopsies post heart transplant, balloon pump insertions, and drug studies used to identify and diagnose certain cardiac abnormalities
- Circulated within the lab to assist physicians, monitored patients, provided procedure specific education to patients and family members, monitored patients post-procedure and provided education on appropriate self-care instructions as outlined by department protocols
- Participated in research studies on new medical devices, new procedures and new medical therapies specific to the department and patient population
- Coordinated and conducted educational sessions for cardiology nurses on appropriate care of patients post-procedure and introductions on new devices, medications and procedures used in the lab that would require specific changes to the plan of care
Registered Nurse
University of Chicago Hospitals - Cardiac Care Center
12.1996 - 01.2000
- Managed care of patients with cardiovascular diseases
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for patients undergoing coronary artery bypass, thoracic surgery, heart and multiple organ transplants, cardiac catheterizations and electrophysiology studies
- Charge Nurse for a 24-bed cardiac/telemetry unit
- Nurse Preceptor for new graduates, new nurses and students
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to formulate and implement an individualized plan of care based on patient needs
- Received commendation from management for achieving excellence in patient care
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN12.1996
Skills
Certified Nurse Injector
Certified Laser Technician
Progressive Care Certified Nurse
BLS certified
ACLS certified
Certification
- Licensed Professional Nurse, state of Illinois
- Licensed Professional Nurse, state of Alaska
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- Progressive Care Certified Nurse
- AACN Member
- Certified Nurse Injector (Neuromodulators and Dermal Fillers)
- Certified Cosmetic Laser Operator
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse (per Diem)
Central Peninsula Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Aesthetic Registered Nurse
Cheeky Medspa
10.2022 - Current
Occupational Health Nurse
Army Department of Public Health
02.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Services Manager, Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery
Foundation Health Partners
03.2021 - 02.2022
RN Patient Navigator/Survivorship Coordinator
Foundation Health Partners
05.2020 - 03.2021
Valve Coordinator
Advocate Christ Medical Center
04.2016 - 03.2020
Regional Nurse Educator
HealthSTAR Clinical Education Solutions
04.2016 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
Heart Care Centers of Illinois
01.2015 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse
Dermatology Associates
06.2011 - 12.2014
Nurse Consultant
Medical One Recruiter, Inc.
10.2002 - 07.2003
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Rush University Medical Center
01.2002 - 10.2002
Chicago Clinical Sales Representative
Marine Polymer Technologies
01.2001 - 01.2002
Registered Nurse
University of Chicago Hospitals - Cardiac Catherization Lab
01.2000 - 01.2001
Registered Nurse
University of Chicago Hospitals - Cardiac Care Center
12.1996 - 01.2000
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Valparaiso University
- Licensed Professional Nurse, state of Illinois
- Licensed Professional Nurse, state of Alaska
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- Progressive Care Certified Nurse
- AACN Member
- Certified Nurse Injector (Neuromodulators and Dermal Fillers)
- Certified Cosmetic Laser Operator
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