AMY B. BECK
Critz
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Care Manager
Somatus Kidney Care
McLean
08.2021 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments and identified health risks.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Educated families on disease processes and treatments options available to their loved ones.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient data including progress notes, treatment plans, medication management.
- Developed strategies for engaging hard-to-reach populations in preventive health initiatives.
- Developed and implemented care plans for patients with chronic illnesses.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with case managers, discharge planners, social workers, and other team members to facilitate transitions between levels of care.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Monitored and evaluated patient outcomes in order to improve quality of care.
- Provided education to patients on self-management of chronic conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Actively participated in weekly team meetings by sharing ideas and offering solutions when needed.
- Identified potential barriers that may impact a patient's ability to comply with prescribed medical regimens.
- Provided guidance and support to new staff members in the clinical setting.
Acute Care Nurse-Full-Time / Charge Nurse-Part-Time/PRN
Fresenius Kidney Care
Martinsville
01.2016 - 08.2021
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, and progress notes.
- Developed protocols for managing emergency situations such as anaphylactic shock or cardiac arrest.
- Supervised dialysis treatments for patients aging from child to adult in community hospital setting.
- Ensured all equipment used is properly maintained as per manufacturer guidelines.
- Updated medical records with current vitals, behavioral observations and medication details.
- Assessed patient's physical condition prior to each dialysis session.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Provided direction to nursing staff regarding appropriate interventions based on assessment findings.
- Performed quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Managed daily operations of the Dialysis Unit by overseeing staffing levels, scheduling staff shifts, ensuring adequate supplies are available.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Served as a resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex clinical issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in renal care.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, laboratory results, treatment plans, and other pertinent information.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians regarding patient care decisions including determining when a patient should be referred for further evaluation or hospitalization.
- Monitored patients during dialysis sessions for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Assisted in training new nurses on the technical aspects of dialysis treatments.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessing and monitoring vital signs, initiating and managing dialysis treatments, administering medications, and reporting changes in patient condition.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Mental Health Nurse
Southern VA Mental Health
Danville
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Assessed and assisted patients with diverse range and comorbid chronic diagnoses.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Complied with OSHA programs, maintaining safe and clean working environment.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
Public Health Nurse
Henry Martinsville Health Department
Martinsville
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Facilitated access to medical services and other resources for clients.
- Established relationships with families, schools, churches and other organizations to provide support services for clients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Performed assessments for each individual case to determine best fit for materials and services.
- Attended functions within community and spoke with members of public and local officials to promote methods that reduce illness, food contamination and obesity.
- Planned and coordinated patient and family teaching and health education.
- Maintained accurate records of patient encounters according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Educated public regarding community health resources in correctional facilities, community centers and churches.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Tested clients for common conditions and referred to other community resources based on specific needs.
- Monitored immunization records and provided vaccinations as needed.
- Provided patients with vaccinations with consideration for dosage requirements, contraindications and possible side effects.
- Collaborated with local health departments and other community partners.
- Participated in community outreach activities to promote public health awareness among target populations.
- Provided public health nursing care to clients in their homes and in the community.
- Administered vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
ER Nurse-Part-Time
Pioneer Hospital
Stuart
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and families during stressful situations.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies, and mass casualty incidences.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Educated and informed patients about their diagnosis, medications, treatments and follow-up care instructions.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, chest tube placement.
- Performed diagnostic tests, administered medications, and provided treatments according to physicians' orders.
- Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, responding rapidly to changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Initiated basic life support measures when necessary prior to arrival of paramedics.
- Provided emotional support to family members during traumatic events in the ER setting.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Operated and maintained emergency department equipment, performing regular checks for functionality and safety.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature and blood pressure levels at regular intervals throughout shift hours.
- Provided post-operative care for surgical procedures performed in the ER environment.
- Performed routine laboratory testing on blood samples to assist with diagnoses or monitor progress of treatment plans.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding safety standards, infection control protocols and medication administration practices.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures and provided post-operative care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications, treatments, and vaccines as prescribed, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Supervisor/Wound Care Nurse
Golden Living Center
Martinsville
05.2015 - 12.2015
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.
- Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Oversaw quality control to identify inconsistencies and malfunctions.
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
- Evaluated employee performance through periodic reviews and documented results accordingly.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control policies when providing direct patient care.
- Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
- Monitored vital signs during wound care procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound healing process.
- Ordered laboratory tests as needed for diagnosis of underlying conditions that may affect wound healing processes.
- Worked with healthcare teams to assess patients, manage wounds, and monitor healing.
- Provided support and counseling to patients dealing with chronic wounds or pressure ulcers.
- Alerted physician of diagnostic study results and changes in patient condition.
Case Manager
Amedisys Home Health Care
Martinsville
05.2013 - 05.2015
- Participated in on-call rotations and delivered after-hours care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
- Conducted risk assessments in home environments to ensure patient safety.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Supported patients with chronic illness management, optimizing quality of life.
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assessed patient conditions during in-home visits, developing personalized care plans.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, and introduced revisions to care plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies.
- Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.
Acute Care Nurse-PRN
Pioneer Hospital
Stuart
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Identified any potential safety issues or risks that could affect the well being of the patient.
- Assisted in the orientation and mentoring of new nursing staff, enhancing team capabilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Participated in the development of discharge plans for appropriate follow-up care after hospitalization.
- Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Provided direct patient care in an acute care setting, including assessment of patient status, administering medications and treatments, and monitoring vital signs.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Ensured strict compliance with infection control protocols to protect patients, staff, and visitors.
- Assessed physical condition of patients using advanced nursing skills such as auscultation, percussion and palpation.
- Utilized a wide range of medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous (IV) pumps, to support patient care.
- Maintained a clean work environment according to departmental standards.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Documented patients' assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses and treatment changes.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Maintained detailed patient records, documenting care provided and patient progress.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing and responding to changes in patient conditions promptly.
Case Manager-PRN
Mountain Valley Hospice
Mount Airy
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Provided bereavement counseling services for surviving family members after a death has occurred.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Participated in palliative care meetings to discuss current cases and develop treatment plans for complex cases.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in pain management, wound care and medication dosing.
- Monitored vital signs, observed changes in condition, and reported any concerns to physician.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
ER/Med-Surg Nurse
Morehead Memorial Hospital
07.2011 - 05.2013
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Education
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - APPLIED SCIENCE
PATRICK HENRY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Martinsville, VA05.2011
ADVANCED DIPLOMA - REQUIRED STUDIES
PATRICK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
Stuart, VA06.1987
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Clinical documentation
- Chronic disease management
- Medication management
- Care plan development
- Health education
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Healthcare documentation
- Nursing process
- Wound care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Heartsaver first aid
- Multitasking
- CPR certification
References
- Cynthia Laprade, 276-618-0752, 276-638-2311 ext 180
- Linda Penta, 276-734-4741
- Dianah Snyder, 276-220-1904
Certification
- BLS cetification exp: 02/2027
- RN liscense Virginia #0001230863 exp: 9/2025
- RN lisence Connecticut #218227 exp: 9/2025
Timeline
Nurse Care Manager
Somatus Kidney Care
08.2021 - Current
Mental Health Nurse
Southern VA Mental Health
10.2018 - 11.2019
Public Health Nurse
Henry Martinsville Health Department
06.2017 - 10.2018
ER Nurse-Part-Time
Pioneer Hospital
05.2016 - 06.2017
Acute Care Nurse-Full-Time / Charge Nurse-Part-Time/PRN
Fresenius Kidney Care
01.2016 - 08.2021
Supervisor/Wound Care Nurse
Golden Living Center
05.2015 - 12.2015
Case Manager
Amedisys Home Health Care
05.2013 - 05.2015
Acute Care Nurse-PRN
Pioneer Hospital
12.2012 - 05.2013
Case Manager-PRN
Mountain Valley Hospice
12.2012 - 05.2013
ER/Med-Surg Nurse
Morehead Memorial Hospital
07.2011 - 05.2013
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - APPLIED SCIENCE
PATRICK HENRY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ADVANCED DIPLOMA - REQUIRED STUDIES
PATRICK COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
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