Amanda Bullock
Idaho Falls,ID
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Home Health & Hospice
Idaho Falls, ID
04.2024 - Current
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness and made necessary adjustments.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Directed implementation of improved patient care and documentation methods and procedures to achieve quality objectives.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mountain View Hospital
Idaho Falls, ID
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- 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.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
Liscensed Practical Nurse
Rosemark Womencare Specialists
Idaho Falls, ID
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Baker Family Practice
Idaho Falls, ID
03.2011 - 04.2021
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Liscense Practical Nursing
College of Eastern Idaho
Idaho Falls, ID12.2020
Skills
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Samples Collection
- Patient Triaging
- Healthcare Platforms
- Medication Administration
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Vital Signs Recording
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Patient Observation
- Intravenous Medications
- Educating Families
- Immunization administration
- Educating families
- Infection control
- Patient relationship building
- Caring for wounds
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Advanced Home Health & Hospice
04.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mountain View Hospital
04.2023 - 04.2024
Liscensed Practical Nurse
Rosemark Womencare Specialists
04.2021 - 04.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Baker Family Practice
03.2011 - 04.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Liscense Practical Nursing
College of Eastern Idaho
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