Hayley Amelung

• Review medical history, check vital signs, verify allergies, and screen for sedation readiness.
• Provide education, explain the procedure, confirm informed consent and answer questions to reduce patient anxiety.
• Administer medications, prepare and start IV lines or give pre procedural medications as ordered.
• Assist the physician, hand instruments, manage the scope, collect and label tissue biopsy specimens and help position the patient.
• Manage safety and equipment, operate and troubleshoot specialized endoscopic equipment and maintain strict infection control standards.
• Monitor recovery, watch for signs of complications like bleeding, pain or trouble breathing as the sedation wears off.
• Discharge education gives clear instructions to patients and their caregivers regarding diet limits, activity restrictions and warning signs to watch for.
• Document care, complete nursing notes, log specimens and record medication details.

Evaluated and responded to childhood emergencies, executing life-saving procedures with a multidisciplinary team.

• Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and monitored vital signs in pediatric patients.
• Administered age-appropriate medications, vaccines, and IV therapies following safety guidelines to ensure effective treatment.
• Performed diagnostic tests, including blood draws and urine sample collection, to enable timely physician assessments.
• Created understandable home care plans from complex medical instructions, enhancing child well-being and family understanding.
• Maintained accurate patient charts and electronic health records to support regulatory compliance and enhance continuity of care.

.Conducted comprehensive pre-operative physical and psychosocial assessments, reviewing health histories, medication lists and verifying surgical consent forms.

• Initiated IV access and obtained vital signs to ensure readiness for pre-operative anesthesia and physician orders.
• Instructed patients and families on surgical process, pre-op restrictions, and post-operative expectations to enhance understanding and compliance.
• Monitored patients in immediate post-anesthesia phase to ensure stable recovery and address any concerns promptly.
• Evaluated patient readiness for discharge against facility criteria, delivering clear aftercare instructions to support effective recovery.

• Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments for 4-6 patients each shift, tailoring care plans to address individual patient needs.
• Administered medications with high accuracy while diligently monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
• Assessed incision sites and managed drains during post-surgical recovery, ensuring optimal healing and patient comfort.
• Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, and physical therapists to optimize patient recovery outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on disease processes, medication regimens, and post-discharge care, promoting understanding and adherence to treatment plans.

• Developed individualized nursing care plans for pediatric patients with complex or chronic conditions to ensure comprehensive treatment.
• Developed individualized nursing care plans for pediatric patients with complex or chronic conditions, ensuring comprehensive treatment and improved patient outcomes.
• Perform comprehensive, age appropriate head-to-toe assessments for infants, children and adolescents.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, blood products, TPN, weight based pediatric dosing calculations.
• Performed specialized procedures including tracheostomy care, ostomy maintenance and central line management.
• Educated parents and families on medication instructions, wound care, and post-discharge recovery, enhancing understanding and compliance for better recovery.
• Advocated for patients' needs as primary liaison among child, family, and medical team, facilitating effective communication and coordinated care.

• Managed complex post-operative care, ensuring effective drain and catheter maintenance and optimal surgical wound care.
• Monitored vital signs and interpreted medical measurements, alerting physicians to prevent complications.
• Implemented pain management plans, evaluating and documenting patient pain levels to support recovery objectives.
• Ensured strict adherence to infection control standards and quality initiatives in surgical unit(s).

Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to enhance discharge planning processes and reduce readmission rates.