Amanda Harvey
Apple Valley
Summary
Registered Nurse with a strong background in telemetry unit operations and patient care. Proven skills in critical thinking and timely interventions that improve patient outcomes. Effective communicator with a focus on teamwork and safety in high-pressure situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
St. Mary Medical Center
03.2020 - Current
- Participated actively in ongoing professional development opportunities aimed at staying current with evidence-based practices relevant to telemetry nursing practice.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport with the healthcare team.
- Managed complex patients with multiple comorbidities by developing individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Contributed positively towards a healthy work culture by providing mentorship and guidance to newly hired nurses, enhancing team performance and patient care quality.
- Maintained accurate electronic documentation of all assessments, interventions, evaluations, and communications related to patient care within the telemetry unit environment.
- Skilled in recognizing early warning signs of potential complications or worsening conditions, enabling timely interventions that prevented further deterioration.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Telemetry, Med Surg Supervisor RN
St. Mary Medical Center
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Mary Medical Center
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, minimizing risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable ICU patients.
- Advocated for patient needs, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure individualized care plans were developed and executed accordingly.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients upon admission to the ICU, identifying urgent needs and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Operated advanced life support equipment proficiently during emergencies, stabilizing critically ill patients swiftly when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
St. Mary Medical Center
06.2011 - 04.2018
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring cardiac telemetry and promptly responding to critical changes.
- Optimized patient outcomes in high-stress scenarios by remaining calm, focused, and utilizing critical thinking skills to provide appropriate interventions.
- Provided comprehensive cardiac education to patients and families, empowering them in self-care management postdischarge.
- Ensured optimal clinical outcomes for cardiac patients through timely identification of potential complications and prompt intervention.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA12-2009
Skills
- Clinical decision-making
- Compassionate care
- Data telemetry monitoring
- Health promotion
- Interdepartmental cooperation
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Basic life support
- Effective team collaboration
- Effective problem resolution
- Skilled in prioritizing concurrent responsibilities
Timeline
Telemetry, Med Surg Supervisor RN
St. Mary Medical Center
11.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
St. Mary Medical Center
03.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
St. Mary Medical Center
04.2018 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
St. Mary Medical Center
06.2011 - 04.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Victor Valley College
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