Amanda Collins
Crossville
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in direct patient care, clinical judgment, and infection control. Committed to mentoring junior staff and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Rehab Select of Albertville
Albertville, AL
06.2014 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions as needed.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and promoting adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Albertville Nursing Home
Albertville, AL
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with vital sign monitoring.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL05-2014
Master of Arts - Music
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama, AL05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05-2006
High School Diploma -
Boaz High School
Boaz05-2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Precepting
- EMR systems
- Maintaining privacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Rehab Select of Albertville
06.2014 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Albertville Nursing Home
08.2012 - 01.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wallace State Community College
Master of Arts - Music
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
University of North Alabama
High School Diploma -
Boaz High School