Amy Palmer
Registered Nurse
P.O. Box 24 Remsen,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 29 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in many environments. Work well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse
Medicaid Provider
02.2008 - Current
- Educated patient / family and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Oversaw activity and development of 4 nursing professionals.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Administered wound care, medications, and any necessary treatments in line with physician orders and treatment plan .
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications and condition/ treatment changes to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Direct patient care of a patient from infant - adolescent. With a rare syndrome and multiple physical / emotional disabilities. Including pre & post op care , wound care and seizure management.
- Provided care ranging from wellness visits to illnesses, injuries, and life-threatening conditions.
- Trained family members in how to care for patients and manage individual conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment .
LPN / RN Charge Nurse
CNY DDSO
11.1997 - Current
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers, including RN, Physicians and psychologist to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with appointments.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in charts to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Delivered updates in patient status to RN , recording all changes in medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for over 12 developmentally delayed patients each day with quality-driven support.
RN Floor / Charge Nurse
Suny Community
10.2018 - 12.2021
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Led successful 4-6 person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to over 4-6 patients daily.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Updated patient charts using epic with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Maintained highest levels of patient satisfaction, generating referrals to maintain productivity levels for a medical rehabilitation unit.
Registered Nurse
Mohawk Correctional Facility
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 24-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to as many patients needed, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
- Provided exceptional care to 24 high-acute patients needing complex care such as Iv , picc line management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Led successful 6-8 person team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to patients daily.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients .
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
LPN Charge Nurse
Medicaid Provider
11.1995 - 02.2008
- Managed daily staff scheduling to guarantee nursing coverage and flow.
- Delivered basic patient care and treatments, including taking temperature or blood pressure, dressing wounds after surgery .
- Assembled and used equipment such as CPAP, catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions and response to treatments
- Developed individual care plans to meet patient needs and achieve treatment goals.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Managed medical supply and equipment inventory through home care suppliers.
- Implemented effective strategies and care plans to improve patient outcomes and meet recovery objectives.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis and prevention.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Established and continuously optimized nursing schedule
- Collaborated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
- Managed Tracheostomy tube, nasogastric, G and peg tubes.
- Actively engaged and participated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
- Prioritized urgent and non-urgent patient needs calmly and effectively
- Documented medications administered and treatments and procedures performed on appropriate records to protect privacy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Administered wound care, medications, and any necessary treatments.
- Provided high-quality care to patients infant- adolescent .
- Delivered oral , aerosol and G tube medications to mitigate or resolve patient symptoms.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with a rare syndrome and multiple disabilities to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Developed and advocated patient care plans.
- Trained new nurses on procedures, patient care protocols, medical procedures and patient interventions.
LPN
Heritage Home
10.1994 - 11.1997
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Administered controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Delivered updates in patient status to RN , recording all changes in medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for over 25 elderly patients each day with quality-driven support.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Excellsior College
Albany, NY06.2013
LPN - Nursing
Boces
Utica, NY06.1994
Skills
- Patient physical and emotional assessments
- Patient admission and discharge
- Patient and Family Education
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Infection control measures
- Tracheostomy Care , Wound care , Tube feeding , IV therapy
- Staff supervision
- Proper foley catheter insertion/removal
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Medical recordkeeping
- Medication Administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct Patient Care
Quote
Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don’t.
Bill Nye, the Science Guy
Timeline
RN Floor / Charge Nurse
Suny Community
10.2018 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Mohawk Correctional Facility
01.2017 - 10.2018
Charge Registered Nurse
Medicaid Provider
02.2008 - Current
LPN / RN Charge Nurse
CNY DDSO
11.1997 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Medicaid Provider
11.1995 - 02.2008
LPN
Heritage Home
10.1994 - 11.1997
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Excellsior College
LPN - Nursing
Boces
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