Amanda Mitchell
North Aurora
Summary
Clinically competent registered nurse skilled in managing acute and critically ill adults across various settings. Spearheaded clinical practice initiatives and staff development programs that enhanced critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration, resulting in improved patient outcomes. Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills fostered a culture of safety through evidence-based practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Clinical Educator
Silver Cross Hospital
New Lennox
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and presented comprehensive critical care education for new graduates and experienced nurses transitioning to ICU, enhancing their readiness for critical care environments.
- Delivered advanced courses on continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) therapy.
- Created educational materials, competency assessments, and skills validation programs for ongoing professional development.
- Provided bedside education to enhance critical thinking and clinical judgment in managing critically ill patients.
- Assisted with direct patient care as needed to accommodate staffing needs.
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
Silver Cross Hospital
New Lenox
10.2022 - 08.2025
- Delivered direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments, assessing and monitoring patients' conditions, and communicating with physicians regarding patient progress.
- Participated in specialty procedures including TAVR, CardioMEMS, ASD/PFO occluder, and renal denervation.
- Utilized specialized equipment including IABP, IFR, DFR, FFR, IVUS, and CathWorks to support effective treatment.
- Educated patients on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, and post-treatment care to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care tailored to individual needs.
Critical Care Transport Nurse
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service Inc.
Elmhurst
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Utilized advanced life support equipment to manage critically ill patients during transport.
- Directed and administered trauma care to critical patients throughout scene calls.
- Oversaw integration of care with receiving hospitals to promote seamless patient handoff.
- Coordinated medical supplies and equipment management to ensure optimal readiness for every flight.
- Educated new flight nurses on best practices in critical care transport nursing to enhance patient outcomes and team competency.
- Developed and led simulations and skills competency training to strengthen critical care transport nursing practices.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Medical Center
Aurora
11.2014 - 02.2018
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for critical patients.
- Coordinated patient care and streamlined triage processes to enhance efficiency during critical situations.
- Led nursing staff in the Emergency Department as charge nurse.
- Trained new nurses on emergency procedures and hospital policies to promote adherence and safety.
- Assessed patient conditions and needs to ensure appropriate care and intervention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL04-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, IL04-2014
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL07-2026
Skills
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse
- NIHSS
- ACLS, PALS, BLS instructor
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Trauma life support
- Ultrasound-guided IV insertion
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Airway management
- Ventilator management
- Central line management
- Specialty equipment: IABP, EVD, CRRT, Impella
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Simulation training
Certification
- Registered Nurse- Illinois
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse
- ACLS instructor
- PALS instructor
- BLS instructor
Accomplishments
- Recipient Janet Fagan Scholarship- 2025
- Recipient Childerguild Scholarship- 2026
- Clinical Ladder Recipient 2024
- Clinical Ladder Recipient 2025
Timeline
ICU Clinical Educator
Silver Cross Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
Silver Cross Hospital
10.2022 - 08.2025
Critical Care Transport Nurse
Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Service Inc.
02.2018 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mercy Medical Center
11.2014 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Waubonsee Community College
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing