Amanda Becker
Summary
Hardworking and dedicated RN with a proven track record at Valley Medical Center, leveraging critical thinking and compassionate care to enhance patient outcomes. Demonstrated leadership in applying evidence-based practices and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Excelled in direct patient care, significantly improving patient satisfaction and clinical competence among new nurses.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical
Valley Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently implementing evidence-based nursing practices in medical-surgical settings.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families during difficult medical situations, fostering a sense of trust and promoting positive relationships.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their transition into professional practice and fostering clinical competence.
Patient Care Assistant
Valley Medical Center
05.2013 - 08.2021
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathizing with their needs and emotions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
South Puget Sound Community College
Olympia, WA06.2021
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Acute care expertise
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Leadership
- Clear and precise Communication
Leadership
UBC co-Chair, Staffing committee member, Leader of PCA staffing matrix change on 5S, nurse preceptor, charge nurse trained, and union delegate.
Awards and Acomplishments
Employee of the Month and Daisy Award winner
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical
Valley Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Valley Medical Center
05.2013 - 08.2021
Associate Degree in Nursing -
South Puget Sound Community College