Amelia Lawson
Blythewood
Summary
Accomplished BSN-prepared Registered Nurse with 28 years of clinical experience in Med-Surg, Emergency Department, and nursing leadership. Roles include Clinical Nursing Supervisor, Charge Nurse, and Staff Educator, with certifications in CEN, ACLS, and PALS. Expertise in team coordination and commitment to patient safety and staff development.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrator on Duty
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital
Columbia
07.2022 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations, enhancing hospital functionality and patient care.
- Managed staffing schedules to optimize resource allocation and coverage.
- Facilitated interdepartmental communication during critical situations, ensuring timely responses and collaboration.
- Oversaw patient admission processes for smooth operational flow.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing documents, data entry, maintaining records and preparing reports.
- Guided and directed subordinate staff, ensuring adherence to company standards and fostering a supportive work environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations occurring within the facility while following established protocols.
Clinical Nursing Supervisor
Lexington Medical Center
West Columbia
06.1998 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to enhance quality patient care and ensure compliance with protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Assessed staffing levels and scheduled shifts according to patient census and acuity.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers to improve care coordination.
- Identified and implemented process improvements to enhance departmental efficiency.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to new nurses joining the unit through preceptor programs or one-on-one training sessions.
- Guided nursing staff through mentorship, addressing concerns and offering tailored support.
- Actively listened to questions posed by the preceptee in order to provide clear explanations or resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05-1998
Skills
- Patient care coordination
- Clinical supervision
- Staff scheduling
- Team leadership
- Mentoring staff
- Conflict resolution
- Staff development
- Clinical assessment
- Nurse leadership
- Patient education
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Administrator on Duty
Medical University of South Carolina Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Clinical Nursing Supervisor
Lexington Medical Center
06.1998 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Clemson University