Amy Wall
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Adult nurse Practitioner with 34 years of nursing experience. Strong track record in adult patient care and clinical excellence. Known for effectively managing patient care plans and contributing to improved patient outcomes through collaborative team efforts. Valued for flexibility, reliability, and patient-centered approach with comprehensive assessment and diagnostic skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjoint Instructor
University of Denver
02.2021 - Current
- Voluntary position to assist in educating/precepting APP students enrolled through the College of Nursing.
- Enhanced student critical thinking skills through problem-based learning activities.
- Cultivated culture of critical thinking and inquiry, preparing students for real-world problem-solving.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers
12.2019 - Current
- Evaluating 16 patients a day. Hospital admissions as warranted.
- Primary disease focus supporting 3 medical oncologists- benign/malignant hematology, solid tumor malignancies.
- Formal patient education- multiple oral/IV chemotherapy/immunotherapy regimens.
- Survivorship visit at end of treatment
- Management of patients in active treatment- chemotherapy/immunotherapy/bi-specifics.
- Coordination of care with autologous stem cell/CAR-T therapy.
- Clinical trial screening/participation in management of on protocol patients-US Oncology
- Symptom management/Pain management
Adult Nurse Practitioner- Internal Medicine
Kaiser Permanente
05.2013 - 11.2019
- Evaluating 18 patients a day in addition to desk top management and staff nursing support for walk in visits as needed.
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations and diagnostic tests to accurately diagnose illnesses, injuries, and other health issues in adult patients.
- Implemented preventive measures through routine screenings, vaccinations, and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Specialized skills-Orthopedic joint injections, wound care, Incision and drainage, Nexplanon placement and removal
- Life care planning to patients with chronic illness using Respecting Choices program.
- Manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Annual wellness examinations
- Provided urgent care services to address acute medical concerns promptly, reducing unnecessary emergency room visits.
- Contributed to positive work environment by collaborating with colleagues, sharing expertise, and supporting team-based care approaches.
- Expedited referrals to specialists when necessary while maintaining open lines of communication between providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored patient progress closely through regular follow-ups, adjusting treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal results.
- Served as a preceptor for nurse practitioner students, sharing clinical expertise and guiding their professional development while enhancing the learning experience.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Memorial Hospital
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Evaluating 12 patients a day. Hospital admissions as warranted.
- Management of patients in active treatment- biotherapy/chemotherapy
- Symptom management/Pain management
- Provided palliative care ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
- Managed the pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various oncology disease states.
- Delivered high quality and compassionate treatment to indigent and low-income patients.
- Process improvement committee for chemotherapy administration
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers
04.1997 - 12.2012
- Evaluating 12 patients a day. Hospital admissions as warranted.
- Formal patient education- multiple oral/IV chemotherapy regimens.
- Survivorship visit at end of treatment
- Survivorship program development/lead.
- Management of patients in active treatment- biotherapy/chemotherapy
- Symptom management/Pain management
- Provided palliative care ranging from assessment to development and implementation of care plans.
- Managed the pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various oncology disease states.
- Presenter of multiple support groups for medical oncology patients. Content focused on disease state, symptom management, and emotional support to patient's undergoing chemotherapy treatment.
- Developed formal autologous stem cell transplant program- obtained FAHCT accreditation
- Safety program lead-TB chairperson
Education
MSN - Nursing, Adult NP
University of Colorado Beth-El College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Colorado Springs, Colorado01.2010
BSN - Nursing
University of Northern Colorado (UNC)
Greeley, Colorado01.1991
Skills
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Group and individual instruction
- Continuous professional development
- Collaborative team player
- Clinical decision making
- Patient education
- Diagnosis and treatment
Affiliations
- 2019 Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology (APSHO)
- 2009-2010, 2019 American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- 2009-Present Southern Colorado Nurse Practitioner Association (SCNPA)
- 1997-2012 Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
- 2008 Pikes Peak Oncology Nursing Society (PPONS)
- 1997-2001 Pikes Peak Oncology Nursing Society (PPONS)
- 1991-1992 Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Society-Zeta Omicron Chapter
Certification
- Colorado, Registered Nurse Issued: 1991 Active
- Colorado, Adult Nurse Practitioner Issued: 2010 Active
- NP Prescriptive authority Issued: 2011 Active
- CPR Certification Issued: 1989 Current
- Certified Advanced Care Planner 2009-Present Current
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioner-Adult NP certification (ANP-C) 2010-Present Current
- Advanced Oncology Nurse Practitioner Certified (AOCNP) 6/2012-12/2016 Inactive
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) 1994-6/2012 Inactive
- Bio chemotherapy Certified (OCN) 2006-2012 Inactive
Timeline
Adjoint Instructor
University of Denver
02.2021 - Current
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers
12.2019 - Current
Adult Nurse Practitioner- Internal Medicine
Kaiser Permanente
05.2013 - 11.2019
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Memorial Hospital
12.2012 - 05.2013
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers
04.1997 - 12.2012
MSN - Nursing, Adult NP
University of Colorado Beth-El College of Nursing And Health Sciences
BSN - Nursing
University of Northern Colorado (UNC)
Publications
- Publications Wall, A. & Hansen, G. (2008). “Tips for Administering Chemotherapy”, In Gates, R. & Fink, R. (Eds.) Oncology Nursing Secrets (3rd ed., pp. 74-84). St. Louis, Missouri: Mosby Elsevier.
- Other Materials 2013 Development and implementation of local pain management program- Kaiser Permanente- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- 1999-2000 Development and implementation of the Policy and Procedure Manual for Rocky Mountain Cancer Center- Colorado Springs Autologous Stem Cell Transplant Program.
- 1996-1997 Development and implementation of a new HIV home care program for Olsten Health Services in Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Presentations: Invited and Peer Reviewed 2012 “Understanding MDS”- Retired Nurses Association (Invited)
- 2007 “Being a Nurse”- Big Brothers Big Sisters- 4th-5th grade girls (Invited)
- 2005 “Improving the Chemotherapy Experience”- Rocky Mountain Cancer Center- Patient Presentation (Invited)
- 2004 “Improving the Chemotherapy Experience”-Rocky Mountain Cancer Center- Patient Presentation (Invited)
- 2001 FAHCT Presentation-Rocky Mountain Cancer Center -Accrediting Committee (Lead Organizer)
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
- 2021- Present Lead role in orienting new APP staff to RMCC
- 2021- 2024 Appointed as division lead- Shared Governance Council- RMCC
- 2021- Present Clinical preceptor- Adjoint instructor-University of Colorado
- 2019 Clinical preceptor for PA student from the University of Colorado (144 hours)
- 2018 Clinical preceptor for PA student from the University of Colorado (144 hours)
- 2017 Clinical preceptor for 3 NP/PA students from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (279 hours).
- 2016 Clinical preceptor for PA student from the University of Colorado (160 hours)
- 2015 Clinical preceptor for NP student from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center 90 hours
- 2014 Clinical preceptor for NP student from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (100 hours)
- 2012 Clinical preceptor for CNS student from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center (120 hours)
Service to Professional Societies
- 2014-2019 Life care planning facilitator- Kaiser Permanente
- 2014-2017 Participant in life care planning first and advanced steps committee- Kaiser Permanente
- 2013-Present Health Connect Ambassador- Kaiser Permanente
- 2013-2017 Member-chronic pain governance council- Kaiser Permanente
- 2013 Participation in chemotherapy process development committee- Memorial Hospital
- 2012 Participation in Midlevel provider committee- US Oncology
- 2011 Participated in oral chemotherapy development committee- US Oncology
- 2008 Participation in ONStat through the Oncology Nursing Society
- 2000-2010 Rocky Mountain Cancer Center- Safety Committee- TB Chair
- 2002-2006 Rocky Mountain Cancer Center- Lead Safety Officer-Colorado Springs Division
- 2000-2001 Pikes Peak Oncology Nursing Society Chapter President
- 1999-2000 Pikes Peak Oncology Nursing Society Vice President
- 1998-1999 Pikes Peak Oncology Nursing Society Chapter Secretary
CONTINUING EDUCATION
2019- current Available upon request
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