Amanda Huigens
Brunswick
Summary
Accomplished RN with over 15 years of experience in various healthcare environments. Expertise in leading quality improvement initiatives and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care processes. Proven track record of improving patient experiences and outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Outreach Clinic Coordinator
CHI Health Plainview Hospital
Plainview
11.2021 - Current
- Organized outreach clinics to expand patient access to services.
- Assessed patient needs to prioritize treatment and optimize patient flow.
- Coordinated scheduling of tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments with specialists to streamline patient care.
- Assisted physicians with biopsies, injections, and aspirations to ensure patient comfort and procedural success.
- Performed outpatient infusions and injections efficiently.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced departmental performance and patient care.
- Accurately documented patient information in electronic health records for continuity of care.
RN, PACU
Fountain Point Surgery Center
Norfolk
06.2017 - 11.2021
- Administered medications and managed pain relief protocols to enhance patient comfort.
- Monitored patient vital signs to ensure stable recovery after surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate smooth patient transitions post-anesthesia.
- Conducted pre-op and post-op assessments to identify and address patient needs effectively.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to anesthesia during recovery.
RN Staff Nurse
Alegent Health/CHI Health Plainview Hospital
Plainview
03.2008 - 10.2019
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Delivered patient care on med surg floor, emergency room, and pre/post op units at critical access hospital.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses and certified nurse assistants, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with protocols.
- Transitioned from full-time to PRN shifts, providing flexible staffing support to meet patient care needs.
RN, ICU
Faith Regional Health Services
Norfolk
02.2007 - 04.2011
- Provided critical care to patients in intensive care unit, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Managed patient care on mechanical ventilation to enhance respiratory function and closely monitored complications.
- Administered PA catheters, vasoactive drugs, thrombolytic therapy, and chest tubes to support critical patient needs.
- Collaborated in multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, social workers, and healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Iowa Technical Community College
Sioux City, IA12-2006
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Direct nursing care
- Pain management
- Quality improvement
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC & ENPC certified
- Team leadership
- Precepting
- Patient education
Certification
- RN State of Nebraska License #65500
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- EPNC
Timeline
RN Outreach Clinic Coordinator
CHI Health Plainview Hospital
11.2021 - Current
RN, PACU
Fountain Point Surgery Center
06.2017 - 11.2021
RN Staff Nurse
Alegent Health/CHI Health Plainview Hospital
03.2008 - 10.2019
RN, ICU
Faith Regional Health Services
02.2007 - 04.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Iowa Technical Community College