HAMIDA MILLER
Registered Nurse
Manheim,PA
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with a 12-year track record in diverse healthcare settings. Expertise in addressing physical, psychosocial, developmental, and educational aspects of nursing care for acutely ill patients and their families. Enrolled in an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program to enhance skills and knowledge. Committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care and staying updated with the latest advancements in the field.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions between units, coordinating patient transfers while minimizing disruptions to overall care continuity.
- Collaborated with physicians on developing individualized care plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient across all units assigned as Float Nurse.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating short notice scheduling changes due to fluctuating staffing demands within the facility.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided comprehensive care for patients before and after heart transplants.
- Managed care for patients on devices such as LVAD, Impella, ECMO, and IABP.
- Collaborated with physicians to promptly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatments in rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Critical Care Float Pool, Tower Health Reading
02.2018 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patients quickly and provide timely treatments in dynamic clinical situations.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Registered Nurse
Neuro-Trauma Intermediate Level of Care, Tower Health Reading Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Serve as preceptor and resource nurse in a 30-bed unit
- Provide care for patients with diverse neurological diagnoses, including post-craniotomy and seizure management
- Manage care for patients with respiratory issues, focusing on chronic ventilator dependency and the utilization of BiPAP and CPAP
- Administer insulin drips for the treatment of Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar State (HHS) and Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Registered Nurse
Respiratory and Renal Progressive Care Unit, Reading Hospital
12.2013 - 02.2016
- Delivered nursing care for patients with asthma, COPD, and pneumonia, effectively managing exacerbations
- Assisted renal patients with Hemodialysis (HD) and Peritoneal Dialysis (PD).
- Functioned as Charge Nurse, overseeing operations and mentoring new nurses as a Preceptor.
- Served as a resource nurse, offering clinical guidance to staff in complex cases.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Saint Joseph's University
Lancaster, PA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PAMaster of Arts - Education/ English
K. Tynystanov University of Issyk-Kul
KyrgyzstanBachelor of Arts - Education/ English
K. Tynystanov University Issyk-kul
Skills
- Caring for patients with Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), Impella and Intra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
- Caring for patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
- Pre- and post-transplant management
- Caring for patients post Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
- Managing inotropic and sedative drips
- Facilitating effective communication
- Providing education for patients and their families
- Implementing infection control measures
Certification
Registered Nurse License , RN648975
Affiliations
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) since 2016 - present
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
09.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Critical Care Float Pool, Tower Health Reading
02.2018 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Neuro-Trauma Intermediate Level of Care, Tower Health Reading Hospital
02.2016 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse
Respiratory and Renal Progressive Care Unit, Reading Hospital
12.2013 - 02.2016
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Saint Joseph's University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
05.2001 -
Registered Nurse License , RN648975
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Lifesaving Skills for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
ECMO Certification
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
Associate of Science - Nursing
Reading Area Community College
Master of Arts - Education/ English
K. Tynystanov University of Issyk-Kul
Bachelor of Arts - Education/ English
K. Tynystanov University Issyk-kul
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