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Amber Cook

Johnson City,TN

Summary

Dedicated NICU Registered Nurse with over 3 years of experience in Level III neonatal intensive care units. Adept at managing complex cases, including ventilator- dependent and high risk infants, while providing empathetic support to families during critical care journeys.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

NICU Transport Nurse

Niswonger Children's Hospital NICU
04.2024 - Current
  • Travel to outlying facilities to stabilize infants and transport them back to the NICU for further treatment.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Niswonger Children's Hospital NICU
04.2022 - Current
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
  • Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate patients.
  • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.

Nurse Intern

Bristol Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 11.2021
  • Advocated for patients and became a part of their support system
  • Contributed to progressive ambulation goals with safe movements between wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.
  • Maintained health standards by assisting patients with feeding and drinking.
  • Upheld strict infection control and isolation techniques for patients with communicable diseases or compromised immune systems.
  • Handled patients' personal needs, including bathing, shampoos, and meal preparation.
  • Worked under qualified nurses to perform basic patient care tasks such as bathing and shaving.

Education

Bachelors - Nursing

East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, Tennessee
12.2021

Skills

  • Developmental care
  • Ventilator management
  • Neonatal resuscitation
  • Blood transfusion
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Growth monitoring
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Feeding support
  • Emotional support

Honors & Awards

  • DAISY Award Nominee (Years 2023, 2024, 2025)

Timeline

NICU Transport Nurse

Niswonger Children's Hospital NICU
04.2024 - Current

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Niswonger Children's Hospital NICU
04.2022 - Current

Nurse Intern

Bristol Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - 11.2021

Bachelors - Nursing

East Tennessee State University

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