Amy L. Tressler
Stanardsville
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Outpatient Clinic
UVA Health Primary Care
Culpeper
07.2022 - Current
- Executed patient rooming and gathered preliminary intake data for physician review.
- Completed scribe training to accurately document medications and services during encounters.
- Performed clinical preparation by reviewing patient records and scheduling appointments.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and vaccines to optimize efficiency.
- Administered medications, including oral, intradermal, subcutaneous injections, and vaccinations.
- Conducted laboratory duties such as point-of-care testing and quality control measures.
- Trained entry-level clinicians in clinical intake processes and provided mentorship.
- Maintained efficient patient flow while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
RN Charge Nurse
MFA
Culpeper
10.2014 - 07.2022
- Updated patient charts using PCC and EMAR data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns.
- Completed clinical tasks in accordance with facility policy.
- Maintained in-depth understanding of individual patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians and management to plan care, begin treatment and communicate outcomes for cooperative, all-inclusive service.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Administered wound care, medications, and any necessary treatments.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician's orders and treatment plan.
- Oversaw activity and development of Certified Nursing professionals.
- Ensured top-level care by focusing on patient safety and dignity.
- Monitored nursing care, including process assessment and implementation.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates for review by other care team members.
- Collaborated with doctors and staff members to ensure quality care.
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures accordingly.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
Education
Associate’s degree - Applied Science, Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VA05-2010
High School Diploma - STANARDSVILLE, VA
William Monroe High School
STANARDSVILLE, VA06-1990
Skills
- EPIC charting
- Medication administration
- IV access establishment
- Patient triage
- EMR management
- Care coordination
Certification
- RN MULTI STATE LICENSE, 11/27
- BLS CERT, 02/27
References
- Trisha Whisenant, NP, United HealthCare, 540-222-1378
- Kris Lacy, RN, Hospice of the Piedmont, 540-717-0954
Timeline
RN Outpatient Clinic
UVA Health Primary Care
07.2022 - Current
RN Charge Nurse
MFA
10.2014 - 07.2022
Associate’s degree - Applied Science, Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
High School Diploma - STANARDSVILLE, VA
William Monroe High School