Amanda Johnson
Hoover,USA
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Total Skin and Beauty, showcasing expertise in patient advocacy and IV insertion. Excelled in fast-paced environments, significantly enhancing patient care through effective pain management and compassionate service. Skilled in clinical supervision and nursing staff leadership, consistently delivering high-quality healthcare solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Birmingham Pain Center
Hoover, AL
04.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories, vital signs, treatments provided, test results, medication dosages.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient's condition and response to treatments.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Implemented providers' orders to initiate IVs.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
UAB Hoover Specialty Care
Hoover, AL
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted in a variety of specialties, including: Nephrology, Urology, Podiatry, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Breast Health, Neurology, Rheumatology and Endocrinology.
- Collaborated with physicians, and other healthcare professionals, to deliver quality care.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Assisted in biopsies and diagnostic procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Administered prescribed medications, monitored vital signs, and documented patient information accurately.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Total Skin & Beauty Dermatology
Birmingham, AL
03.2010 - 03.2022
- Followed medication management procedures to comply with state and company guidelines
- Assist in a variety of specialties, including: Nephrology, Urology, Podiatry, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Breast & Health, Neurology, Rheumatology, and Endocrinology
- Assist in biopsies and diagnostic procedures
- Assist in a variety procedures, including: cystoscopies, vasectomies, rezume procedures, dermatology biopsies
- Maintained patient charts and medical records in EMR software
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, develop solutions, and implement interventions when needed
- Complied with HIPAA guidelines to protect privacy of patients
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals
- Managed and oversaw 100+ patients monthly by insuring high-quality clinical care
- Assisted and scribed in MOHs surgery under Dr
- Gary Monheit, M.D
- Proficient with sterile techniques
- Educated patient and patient's families on medications and care plans
- Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections with monitored responses
- Trained new colleagues on proper techniques, charting, operational procedures, and clinical exams
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients
- Assisted in resolving conflicts among employees by providing guidance and support
- Collaborated with families regarding their loved one's health status, treatments options and prognosis
- Provided daily supervision to the assigned staff
- Provided nursing care to residents in assisted living, specialty care assisted living, and independent living as assigned
- Oversaw medications and narcotics
- Completed emergency and ambulatory transfers
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Danberry at Inverness
Hoover, AL
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Ensured that all nursing personnel adhered to professional standards of practice and safety regulations.
- Conducted performance evaluations for subordinate staff members.
- Monitored quality assurance metrics such as patient satisfaction scores and infection control rates.
- Provided guidance about nutrition requirements for elderly individuals with special dietary needs.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating and toileting for geriatric patients who require assistance.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiration rate, temperature and oxygen saturation.
- Observed behaviors of geriatric residents to identify potential mental health issues requiring further evaluation by a psychiatrist or psychologist.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Wallace State
Hanceville, AL08.2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology, Minor in Health Education
Bachlor's Degree in Science
Birmingham, AL08.2009
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Palliative care
- Patient advocacy
- Pain management
- Discharge planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Biologics
- Prior Authorizations
- Medical-Surgery
- IV insertion
- Wound care
- Medical Devices
- Fluoroscopy Fill-in
- Acute Care
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Supervision
- Medical Billing
- Discharge coordination
- Post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) certification
- Telemetry and advanced cardiac care
Certification
- LPN License
- CPR certification
- ACLS
References
References available upon request
Awards
Employee of the month multiple times while I was at Danberry.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Birmingham Pain Center
04.2024 - Current
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
UAB Hoover Specialty Care
04.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
Danberry at Inverness
08.2018 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Total Skin & Beauty Dermatology
03.2010 - 03.2022
Associate Degree - Nursing
Wallace State
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Psychology, Minor in Health Education
Bachlor's Degree in Science