Amy Ward
Joplin,Missouri
Summary
Hardworking and passionate nurse seeking new career in Maternal Mental Health with strong organizational skills eager to secure Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner position. Ready to help build a Maternal Mental Health program for the community and the surrounding communities achieve company goals of providing care to peri-partum women.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Freeman Health System
04.2012 - Current
- Performed comprehensive assessments of neonatal patients, identifying subtle changes in condition that required medical intervention or modification of treatment plans.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, monitoring patients for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing emotional support throughout their infant''s NICU stay.
- Assisted with complex procedures such as intubation, umbilical line placement, and lumbar punctures to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill neonates.
- Supported breastfeeding mothers by providing lactation assistance and education on breast milk expression techniques for their hospitalized infants.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, progress, and discharge planning in electronic medical records systems.
- Managed ventilator settings and monitored patients'' respiratory status closely to optimize oxygenation and minimize complications.
- Reduced infection rates through strict adherence to infection control protocols and diligent hand hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with social workers and case managers to address patients'' psychosocial needs and facilitate smooth transitions to home or step-down care settings.
- Mentored new nurses in the NICU, fostering a supportive environment for learning and professional growth.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Freeman Health System
01.2011 - 04.2012
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
PRN Staff Nurse for Newborn Nursery/Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Freeman Health System
03.2009 - 01.2011
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to concerns, addressing needs promptly, and providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Continuously expanded professional knowledge through participation in continuing education courses, workshops, conferences, and other learning opportunities related to nursing practice improvements.
- Played an integral role in achieving accreditation by maintaining strict adherence to established guidelines and standards within daily nursing practice.
- Assessed patients'' physical and emotional needs holistically, developing comprehensive care plans that addressed multiple aspects of their health and wellbeing.
- Promoted a healing environment for patients and families through compassionate care and effective pain management strategies.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and maintaining open communication with interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations, protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Freeman Health System
09.2007 - 03.2009
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Promoted patient advocacy by actively participating in interdisciplinary meetings and voicing concerns on behalf of patients.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Enhanced teamwork among nursing staff through clear communication, active listening, and constructive feedback.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing comprehensive discharge education and follow-up support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St Louis, MO05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri - St Louis
St Louis, MO01.2004
Bachelor of Arts - German Language, Tourism And Travel
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO12.1997
High School Diploma -
Joplin High School
Joplin, MO05.1993
Skills
- Family-centered care
- Premature infant care
- Developmental care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Neonatal transport
- Problem-Solving
- Honest and Dependable
- Reliable and Responsible
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Freeman Health System
04.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Freeman Health System
01.2011 - 04.2012
PRN Staff Nurse for Newborn Nursery/Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Freeman Health System
03.2009 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Freeman Health System
09.2007 - 03.2009
Master of Science - Nursing
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri - St Louis
Bachelor of Arts - German Language, Tourism And Travel
Missouri State University
High School Diploma -
Joplin High School
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