Amanda Botnen
Summary
Compassionate new graduate Registered Nurse with 20+ years of patient-care experience, including 13 years as a Certified Nursing Assistant and 8 years as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Earned RN licensure in 2026 and brings a strong background in acute care, long-term care, rehabilitation, correctional nursing, and patient advocacy. Recognized for clinical judgment, patient-centered care, effective communication, and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
02.2026 - Current
- Administered medications as prescribed and documented accordingly.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records system accurately.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
LPN
McKendree village
Hermitage, Tennessee
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Administered medications per prescriptions, ensuring accurate documentation to support patient safety.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting significant changes to nursing staff to facilitate timely interventions.
- Observed changes in patients' condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Documented patient progress in electronic health records system accurately.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, enhancing their understanding and engagement in their care.
LPN Charge Nurse
Quality care and Rehabilitation
Lebanon, Tennessee
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility guidelines.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and medical staff regarding care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures within the facility.
- Managed daily shift operations, delegating tasks to optimize nurse efficiency and patient care.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
LPN
Turn Key Health- Williamson Co Jail
Franklin, Tennessee
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Administered medications to inmates following strict protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted health assessments to identify medical needs of the incarcerated population.
- Collaborated with correctional officers to ensure safe patient transport during medical appointments.
- Documented patient interactions and treatment plans in electronic health records system.
- Provided emergency care during medical crises within the correctional facility.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention practices.
- Assisted in managing chronic conditions through regular monitoring and follow-up care.
- Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive inmate healthcare services.
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Developed treatment plans based on assessments of patients' physical and psychological needs; provided follow-up care as necessary.
Correctional Nurse
Fast Access Healthcare
Franklin, Tennessee
12.2023 - 08.2024
- Administered medications to inmates following strict protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted health assessments to identify medical needs of the incarcerated population.
- Collaborated with correctional officers to ensure safe patient transport during medical appointments.
- Provided emergency care during medical crises within the correctional facility.
- Assisted in managing chronic conditions through regular monitoring and follow-up care.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention practices.
- Engaged with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive inmate healthcare services.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving inmate injuries or illness.
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Intervened in conflicts between correctional officers and inmates when necessary.
- Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
- Developed and coordinated patient care plans for prisoners with COPD, diabetes or other chronic conditions.
LPN Charge Nurse
Quality care and Rehabilitation
Lebanon, Tennessee
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility guidelines.
- Coordinated patient assessments and developed individualized care plans with the healthcare team.
- Provided training and support to new nursing staff on policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for timely interventions.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and medical staff regarding care plans.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures within the facility.
- Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
Correctional Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Brentwood, Tennessee
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Administered medications to inmates following strict protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted health assessments to identify medical needs of the incarcerated population.
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
- Assisted in managing chronic conditions through regular monitoring and follow-up care.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention practices.
- Collaborated with correctional officers to ensure safe patient transport during medical appointments.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving inmate injuries or illness.
LPN IV
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
Jackson, Tennessee
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical test results.
- Recorded vital signs and documented patient observations accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted in daily patient care routines, ensuring comfort and safety for all patients.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Supported surgical teams by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
LPN Charge Nurse
Forest cove nursing home
Jackson, Tennessee
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility guidelines.
- Coordinated patient assessments and developed individualized care plans with the healthcare team.
- Provided training and support to new nursing staff on policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and medical staff regarding care plans.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control measures within the facility.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Documented adverse patient reactions to medications and reported findings to supervisors.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and interventions and documented progress notes accordingly.
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
Spokane, Washington
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and documented each dose.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and wellness practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
LPN
Lakeland Village
Medical Lake, Washington
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Administered medications according to prescriptions and documented each dose.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output, glucose levels, and other medical results to assess patient health status.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient comfort and safety during treatment.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and wellness practices to promote better health outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of The Siskiyous
Weed, CA06-2018
High School Diploma -
Bella Vista High
Fair Oaks, CA06-2003
Skills
- Licensed practical nurse
- Patient care
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Medication dispensing
- Medication review
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Physical assessment
- Patient triaging
- Emergency response
- Infection control procedures
- Infection control
- Wound care
- Chronic disease management
- Diabetes management
- Mental health medications
- Mental health care
- Palliative care
- Outpatient care
- Home health care
- Preventive care
- Samples collection
- Charting
- Electronic health records
- EMR / EHR
- Health education
- Patient safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Team support
- Relationship management
- Multi-tasking
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric care
- Breathing treatments
- Documenting intake
- HIPAA protocols
- Diabetes management
Certification
- Registered Nurse 2026
- Licensed Practical Nurse 2018
- CNA 2005
Timeline
LPN
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
02.2026 - Current
LPN
McKendree village
04.2025 - 05.2026
LPN Charge Nurse
Quality care and Rehabilitation
12.2024 - 03.2025
LPN
Turn Key Health- Williamson Co Jail
08.2024 - 11.2024
Correctional Nurse
Fast Access Healthcare
12.2023 - 08.2024
LPN Charge Nurse
Quality care and Rehabilitation
03.2023 - 12.2023
Correctional Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
12.2022 - 02.2023
LPN IV
Jackson Madison County General Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2022
LPN Charge Nurse
Forest cove nursing home
08.2021 - 08.2022
LPN
Maxim Healthcare
05.2021 - 08.2021
LPN
Lakeland Village
09.2018 - 04.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of The Siskiyous
High School Diploma -
Bella Vista High