Amanda Keidel
Riddle Memorial Hospital
Brookhaven,PA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Stepdown and telemetry nurse with strong experience in cardiac monitoring, hemodynamic assessment, post-procedure cardiac care, and rapid response. Skilled in managing high-acuity patients, titrating drips, interpreting arrhythmias, and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams. Recognized for leadership, precepting, and patient-safety excellence.
Work History
Progressive Care Unit/Stepdown Staff Nurse
4 Years- Manage and titrate various drips including: Insulin, Heparin, Anti-hypertensives, Precedex, Vasodilators, Anti-arrhythmics.
- Manage up to 4 high-acuity patients simultaneously with unstable vital signs.
- Provide post-procedure care for cardiac cath, cardioversion, and stress-test patients.
- Monitor hemodynamics and rhythm changes; escalate deterioration promptly.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
Telemetry Staff Nurse
2 Years 2 Months- Interpreted telemetry for 5+ patients; identified arrhythmias and critical changes.
- Cared for diverse cardiac populations including post-cath, NSTEMI, CHF, arrhythmias.
- Performed IV insertion, blood product therapy, central line care, wound care.
- Educated patients and family members on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, and procedures.
Nurse Extern
1 Year 2 Months- Performed blood draws, specimen collection, EKGs, and point-of-care testing on a 34 bed telemetry unit.
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, and routine patient care.
- Obtained vital signs and promptly communicated critical results to RN to ensure timely patient care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
GPA: 3.99
Skills
Cardiac Monitoring & Telemetry Interpretation (12-lead ECG
arrhythmia recognition)
Hemodynamic Monitoring
STEMI Protocol Activation & Rapid Response
Pre- and Post-Procedure Patient Care (angioplasty
stent placement
electrophysiology studies)
Vascular Access Site Management (radial/femoral) & Hemostasis Techniques
Moderate Sedation Administration & Monitoring
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
EPIC documentation
Microsoft Office
Preceptor Trained
Accomplishments
- Charge Nurse
- Unit Council Member
- Nurse Preceptor
- Code Blue Response Team
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS): April 2018-Present
Advanced Life Support (ALS): March 2022-Present
Timeline
Progressive Care Unit/Stepdown Staff Nurse
Riddle Memorial Hospital
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Telemetry Staff Nurse
Riddle Memorial Hospital
07.2020 - 09.2022Read More
Nurse Extern
Riddle Memorial Hospital
05.2019 - 07.2020Read More
Widener University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Awards
Great Catch Award
- Identified & prevented a potential patient safety issue from occurring, using attention to detail to stop harm from taking place
ICare Recognition Award
- Demonstrated leadership by means of participation, excellence, communication, compassion, integrity, and diversity/respect/inclusion