Amber Parker
Dinwiddie
Summary
Dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with expertise in patient assessment, chronic disease management, and care plan development. Delivers high-quality, patient-centered care through effective communication and critical thinking. Focused on improving patient outcomes by adhering to practice guidelines and managing acute and chronic conditions, including mental health. Committed to preventive healthcare strategies for diverse populations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Pamunkey Regional Jail
Hanover
09.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to address specific patient needs and enhance health outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health management strategies.
- Prescribed medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient interactions accurately.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning decisions.
- Provided comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, including physical examinations, health assessments, and immunizations.
- Reviewed patients' medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities to ensure comprehensive follow-up and informed decision-making.
- Managed referrals to specialists and followed up with results from referrals.
- Collaborated with physicians in the diagnosis and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
- Evaluated and treated sexually transmitted diseases.
RN Emergency Department
Bon Secours
Richmond
03.2023 - Current
- Managed trauma cases as an ER RN specializing in trauma care and triage protocols, applying TNCC skills for efficient patient stabilization and transfer to higher levels of care.
- Managed 100+ life-threatening situations, performing CPR, defibrillation, & first aid techniques on-site to address diverse patient needs in medical, emergency, & critical care.
- Prioritized medical care for patients with trauma or injuries, reducing treatment time by effectively handling cases such as gunshot wounds & car accidents
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered care by effectively multitasking, leveraging advanced medical technology, & introducing personalized treatment plans
- Utilized hospital systems to monitor and report on individual patient care, including lab results, allergies, and vital signs
- Elevated patient satisfaction scores through culturally competent admissions, assessment, treatment, & education for multicultural patients resulting in daisy award nominations
- Applied crisis intervention strategies and analytical decision-making techniques, including CBT, solution-focused therapy, & motivational interviewing, to effectively manage mental health crises.
- Facilitated onboarding for new hire nurses in ER, enhancing understanding of key operational workflows and patient care standards.
RN Emergency Department
VCU
Richmond
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Managed patients as an ER RN specializing in trauma care & triage protocols, applying TNCC skills for efficient patient care
- Prioritized medical care for patients with trauma or injuries, reducing treatment time & effectively handling cases such as gunshot wounds, car accidents, CVA, MI, & overdose, etc.
- Responded to life-threatening situations by implementing specialized interventions and lifesaving techniques, ensuring timely patient care.
- Enhanced multicultural patient care by utilizing Translation Services and cultural competency in trauma care and triage as an ER RN.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through culturally competent admissions, assessments, treatment, and education for multicultural patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction by effectively managing mental health crises with a focus on Solution-Focused Therapy, achieving optimal outcomes.
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered care by effectively multitasking, leveraging advanced medical technology, & introducing personalized & collaborative treatment plans
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
Johnston-Willis Hospital
Richmond
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Executed life-saving procedures, such as intubation, CPR, triage assessments, and medication administration, while handling 25-30 patients per shift in emergency room nursing.
- Responded swiftly to identify & address life-threatening conditions, effectively saving lives, providing urgent medical assistance, & stabilizing critical patients using medical expertise, emergency response protocols, & CPR/First Aid
- Increased patient satisfaction rates by 20% through holistic patient care initiatives tailored to diverse cultural backgrounds
- Enhanced patient outcomes by 10% through multitasking and delivery of patient-centered care using EMR systems like Epic, Cerner, and Meditech
- Implemented specialized patient care protocols and advanced treatment techniques to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction within neurology at a comprehensive stroke facility
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
HCA ER FLOT
Richmond
10.2013 - 08.2019
- Optimized patient outcomes by 20%, promptly implementing medical interventions for various life-threatening conditions such as cardiac arrests, severe allergic reactions, & traumatic injuries, while strictly following PALS & ACLS emergency protocols
- Prioritized medical care for an average of 30 trauma or injury patients daily, following TNCC trauma care protocols
- Managed patient care as an ER floor nurse at a level II trauma center, overseeing 20-25 patients per shift and performing specialized procedures including central line insertions, IV medication administration, and ventilator management.
- Resolved mental health crises with active listening techniques, mindfulness exercises, and empathy training, achieving specific improvements in patient outcomes through effective conflict resolution.
- Led culturally sensitive educational initiatives, including training programs and workshops, enhancing patient satisfaction and improving outcomes for multicultural patients.
Education
MSN - FNP
Chamberlain University
Springfield, IL04.2025
BSN - Nursing
American Sentinel University
Boulder, CO01.2017
ADN - Nursing
Colorado
Colorado Spgs, CO01.2009
Skills
- Triage and patient assessment
- Physical examination
- Diagnosis formulation
- Care plan development
- Acute care management
- Chronic management
- Geriatric care
- Therapeutic intervention
- Preventive healthcare
- Treatment planning
- Clinical care standards adherence
- Medical history documentation
- EHR proficiency
- Critical thinking
- Symptom analysis expertise
- Behavioral health understanding
- Trauma response
- Clinical operations
Certification
DEA
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Pamunkey Regional Jail
09.2025 - Current
RN Emergency Department
Bon Secours
03.2023 - Current
RN Emergency Department
VCU
01.2023 - 03.2023
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
Johnston-Willis Hospital
04.2020 - 03.2021
RN Staff Nurse Emergency Department
HCA ER FLOT
10.2013 - 08.2019
MSN - FNP
Chamberlain University
BSN - Nursing
American Sentinel University
ADN - Nursing
Colorado