Amanda Brayak

Wilson

Summary

Adept Maternal Child Health RN with a proven track record at Hannahville Indian Community, showcasing exceptional skills in health promotion, disease prevention, and compassionate care. Excelled in providing critical education on prenatal and postpartum care, significantly enhancing community health outcomes. Holds vital certifications including Basic Life Support, underscoring a commitment to patient safety and advocacy.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Maternal Child Health RN

Hannahville Indian Community

10.2008 - Current

Provide home/office visits with families prenatally through 2 years postpartum.

* Providing education/counseling on : healthy pregnancies, breastfeeding, childbirth, nutrition, substance use risk, mental health issues, infant nutrition and development, preventative health care, and safety.

* Assessment: physical and mental health screenings of family

* Developmental monitoring: assessing child's progress and growth, identifying early signs of developmental delays and referring to appropriate resources as needed.

* Collaborative Care: working closely with other health professionals, social workers, and colleagues to ensure comprehensive care/support.

* Emotional Support: provide emotional support and encouragement during pregnancy, breastfeeding and parenting, reduce stress/anxiety by building a strong rapport with clients.

* Document visits and progress in program specific data systems and EMR/EHR.

Medical/Surgical Nurse

Bay Area Medical Center

06.2007 - 05.2009

Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills during emergent situations, collaborating with team members to deliver timely interventions and stabilize patients.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Trained as a Pediatric RN: assessing and monitoring children's medical conditions, administering medications, providing wound care and education to families. Maintained Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.

Education

Associates - Nursing

Bay College

Escanaba, MI

05-2007

Skills

Basic life support/CPR certification
Child Passenger Safety Technician
Suicide Intervention Training
Compassion and empathy
Vital signs monitoring
Health promotion & disease prevention

Community health
Cultural history
Patient assessments
HIPAA education
Patient and family advocacy
Family education

Accomplishments

Facilitated Playgroups for Children: Organized and led regular playgroups for children, fostering early childhood development, social skills, and a sense of community for both parents and children.
Created a welcoming, educational environment for parents to connect and share experiences.
Launched Family-Friendly Walks: Organized community walks that encouraged families to engage in physical activity together, promoting health and wellness.
Ensured that the events were accessible to families of all ages and fitness levels, increasing participation and awareness of the importance of exercise.
Coordinated Breastfeeding Awareness Events: Organized informative events to raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding, providing resources and support to new and expecting mothers.
Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver educational materials and foster an inclusive, supportive environment for breastfeeding mothers.
Collaborated with Family Recreation Nights: Developed and executed family recreation nights, offering a variety of fun and healthy activities for families to enjoy together.
Engaged community members in physical and recreational activities that fostered bonding and promoted active lifestyles.
Organized Wellness and Health-Focused Activities:
Partnered with local organizations and professionals to provide expert advice on nutrition, exercise, mental health, and overall wellness.
Promoted Community Engagement for Healthy Living: Used a combination of educational and social events to raise awareness about healthy living in the community.
Empowered families to make informed decisions about their health, supporting long-term lifestyle changes.

Certification

Certified Lactation Counselor

Child Passenger Safety Technician

Timeline