HOLLY WAMPLER
Friendsville,MD
Summary
I'm a dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 12 years of direct patient care experience, 9 as LPN and 3 as RN. I have leadership experience and excell at providing thorough communication throughout the healthcare team. I have an extensive knowledge of MICU treatments and procedures. Successful at advocating patient needs is always something I strive to achieve . I am always looking for ways to improve nursing skills using evidence based practice and ways to grow in my career.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, ICU
Mon Health
03.2022 - Current
- Led the nursing team throughout the shift as charge nurse.
- Rapid response team
- Code team
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through active participation in unit-based committees focused on advancing nursing practice standards and optimizing patient outcomes.
- Served as an advocate for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating open lines of communication between healthcare providers and loved ones.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to critically ill patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in medical and cardiac critical care units.
- Mentored new nursing staff in ICU-specific procedures, fostering professional growth and promoting a positive work environment.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize risk of cross-contamination among critically ill patients.
- Improved pain management for critically ill patients by assessing pain levels, recommending appropriate interventions, and monitoring effectiveness of chosen treatments.
- Facilitated smooth handoff processes during shift changes by maintaining accurate documentation of patient status updates, treatments provided, and pending tasks requiring immediate attention from incoming staff members.
- Provided emotional support for patients'' families during times of crisis by maintaining open lines of communication, offering guidance on coping strategies, and connecting them with available resources as needed.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates for critical patients through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Administered medications accurately according to physician orders while closely monitoring for potential adverse reactions or interactions.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the ICU by adhering to established protocols, reporting potential hazards, and participating in regular safety drills.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, identifying early warning signs of complications, and taking prompt action in emergent situations.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices related to ICU nursing care management strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans and coordinate appropriate treatment interventions.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing high-quality care in the ICU setting.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Optimized resource utilization within the ICU by coordinating staff assignments and efficiently managing workload distribution.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Night Shift RN Supervisor
The Madison Center
08.2021 - Current
- Management of SNF during night shift.
RN, Trauma Stepdown
Ruby Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Trauma & Surgical Services - Floor Nursing and Step down status patient care.
RN
Maxim Healthcare
07.2020
- In Home Critical Care Pediatrics - (Infants and children) ventilator, trach, NG, Mickey, medications, orders, emergency management, routine pt care (hygiene), monitoring of all VS, head to toe assessments, focused assessments, 02 management, PO feed, enteral feed, operation of feed pump and supplies, traveling with pts, communication with medical team in the office, daily flowsheets, communication with all of pts physicians, infection control, pt/family education
LPN
Interim Healthcare
07.2018 - 12.2020
- In Home Critical Care Pediatrics - (Infants and Children) ventilator, trach, NG, Mickey, medications, orders, emergency management, routine pt care (hygiene), monitoring of all VS, head to toe assessments, focused assessments, 02 management, PO feed, enteral feed, operation of feed pump and supplies, traveling with pts, communication with medical team in the office, daily flowsheets, communication with all of pts physicians, infection control, pt/family education
LPN
Uniontown Hospital
12.2018 - 07.2020
- MED SURG & Orthopedics - acute care, post op, assessment of pts 18+, IV therapy, suction, NG, Foley, IM, SQ, Med management, collaborative team communication, Team Nursing, Nursing, Tube Feeding, Triage, lab value interpretation, EMR Systems, Medication Administration, Infection Control, Medical Terminology, Computer Literacy, Phone Etiquette, Wound Care, Microsoft Office, Leadership Experience, Teamwork, Patient Education, Developmental Disabilities Experience, Mental Health Services, geriatric care, Communication, physician to nurse communication, nurse to patient communication, BLS/ACLS/PALS, Emergency Management, Trach Management, Multi-line Phone Systems, Mentoring, Hospitality Experience, Respiratory Care, telemetry, sterile technique, Pain Management, patient advocate, multitasking, Epic, Medical Records, Venipuncture
LPN
Garrett Regional Medical Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
- MED SURG - acute care, post op, assessment of pts 18+, IV therapy, suction, NG, Foley, IM, SQ, Med management, collaborative team communication, Team Nursing, Nursing, Tube Feeding, Triage, lab value interpretation, EMR Systems, Medication Administration, Infection Control, Medical Terminology, Computer Literacy, Phone Etiquette, Wound Care, Microsoft Office, Leadership Experience, Teamwork, Patient Education, Developmental Disabilities Experience, Mental Health Services, geriatric care, Communication, physician to nurse communication, nurse to patient communication, BLS/ACLS/PALS, Emergency Management, Trach Management, Multi-line Phone Systems, Mentoring, Hospitality Experience, Respiratory Care, telemetry, sterile technique, Pain Management, patient advocate, multitasking, Epic, Medical Records, Venipuncture
LPN
Oakland Nursing and Rehab
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Skilled Nursing/Acute Care/LTC/Rehab/Hospice
LPN
Interim Healthcare
08.2015 - 11.2016
- In Home Critical Care Pediatrics - (Infants and Children) ventilator, trach, NG, Mickey, medications, orders, emergency management, routine pt care (hygiene), monitoring of all VS, head to toe assessments, focused assessments, 02 management, PO feed, enteral feed, operation of feed pump and supplies, traveling with pts, communication with medical team in the office, daily flowsheets, communication with all of pts physicians, infection control, pt/family education
LPN
Dennett Road Nursing
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Skilled Nursing/Acute Care/Rehab/LTC/Hospice
LPN
Madison Center
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Skilled Nursing/Acute Care/Rehab/LTC/Hospice
LPN
Mapleshire
01.2013 - 08.2014
- Skilled Nursing/Rehab/LTC
LPN
Sundale
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Skilled Nursing/LTC/Hospice
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Excelsior College
01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Allegany College of Maryland
Skills
- Procedure preparations
- Routine Examinations
- High level of autonomy
- Medical evaluation
- Health and wellness expertise
- Delegation and Motivation
- Critical Thinking
- Healthcare Program Planning
- Emotional Intelligence
- Stroke certified
- Data Collection
- Patient Care Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Employee Evaluation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Accurate Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Care Plan Development
- Discharge Planning
- Acute care expertise
- Certified in CPR/AED
- ACLS
- Nursing staff leadership
- Emergency Response
- Staff Supervision
- Infection Control
- Chart updating
Certification
- CPR
- BLS
- ACLS -
- PALS - needs recert
- Firefighter 1
- Swift/Floodwater Rescue
- MD, LPN, 01/01/12
- WV, RN, 04/01/21
Current Position
The Madison Center, Charge/Night Shift Supervisor Registered Nurse
Timeline
RN, ICU
Mon Health
03.2022 - Current
Night Shift RN Supervisor
The Madison Center
08.2021 - Current
RN, Trauma Stepdown
Ruby Memorial Hospital
01.2021 - 07.2021
RN
Maxim Healthcare
07.2020
LPN
Uniontown Hospital
12.2018 - 07.2020
LPN
Interim Healthcare
07.2018 - 12.2020
LPN
Garrett Regional Medical Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
LPN
Oakland Nursing and Rehab
10.2016 - 07.2017
LPN
Interim Healthcare
08.2015 - 11.2016
LPN
Dennett Road Nursing
04.2015 - 08.2015
LPN
Madison Center
08.2014 - 04.2015
LPN
Mapleshire
01.2013 - 08.2014
LPN
Sundale
01.2012 - 12.2012
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Excelsior College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Allegany College of Maryland
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