Amanda Grabowski
Willowbrook,IL
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical bedside expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring patients with multiple comorbidities, medication knowledge along with administration and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Four years
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, IL
02.2020 - Current
- Educated patients and families about the diagnosis, treatment plan, medications, lifestyle modifications and follow-up care.
- Assessed and monitored cardiac telemetry patients for changes in heart rhythm.
- Monitored vital signs including pulse oximetry readings and reported any abnormalities to attending physicians.
- Implemented appropriate interventions according to established protocols.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians including intravenous drugs.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately.
- Responded quickly and effectively during emergency situations involving cardiac arrest or unstable rhythms.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the Cardiac Telemetry unit.
- Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Served as a charge nurse; Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Worked during COVID***
Nanny
Family Friends And Neighbors
Evergreen Park, IL
01.2015 - 02.2020
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Maintained discipline in accordance with parents' instructions while being sensitive to each child’s individual needs.
- Developed positive relationships with each child by providing nurturing care.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05-2019
High School Diploma -
Evergreen Park High School
Evergreen Park, IL05-2015
Skills
- Educational Support
- Child Development
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Compassionate Care
- Time Management Abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-Solving
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- People-Oriented
- Critical Thinking
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Test Interpretations
- Patient Record Auditing
Certification
- BLS Certified
Accomplishments
- Central Line Leader for night shift
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Christ Medical Center
02.2020 - Current
Nanny
Family Friends And Neighbors
01.2015 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Xavier University
High School Diploma -
Evergreen Park High School