Amanda Conn
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with 16 years of diverse patient care experience in hospital and physician office settings. My strengths include commitment to quality care, patient/ family advocacy and learning new ways to improve accessability to resources for those who need them.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare
05.2019 - Current
- Improve patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assist with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team of healthcare providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Facilitate efficient communication between patient, family, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Baptist Medical Group-Ladies First OB/GYN
09.2015 - 10.2017
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address symptoms, concerns and expected outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pensacola Pediatrics
05.2013 - 04.2015
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to assist assigned physician with diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered routine vaccinations ( infant-adolescent )
- Performed minor invasive procedures such as ear irrigations, urine catheterizations and suture removal. Assisted physician performing circumcisions.
- I was appointed nurse in charge of maintaining the clinical lab by performing quality control testing on all physical and digital lab equipment. Ordering lab supplies and ensuring compliance with OSHA and CLIA regulations for quality assurance
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Florida Hospital
08.2009 - 05.2013
- 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided education to families and visitors on the usage of standard precautions and personal protection equipment for contact, droplet and airborne isolation.
- Provided assistance on many different floors and areas throughout the hospital including med-surgical, cardiology, rehabilitation center and inpatient psychiatric unit.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sacred Heart Haven Of Our Lady Of Peace
09.2008 - 08.2009
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, dressing and assistance with eating while ensuring resident's dignity.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities to enhance emotional and physical wellbeing.
- Performed routine vital sign assessments and reported changes to the nurses.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Promoted independence through walking exercises and assisting with mobility devices such as walkers, canes or wheelchairs.
- Built rapport with residents and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Provided care for residents with various conditions such as Parkinson's , Alzheimer's and Dementia.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FLSkills
- Strong clinical judgement
- Problem resolution capabilities
- Patient/family advocate
- American Heart Association BLS certified
Affiliations
- National Ataxia Foundation, Ataxia Alliance of Northwest Florida
National Ataxia Foundation, Ataxia Alliance of Northwest Florida
Ataxia Alliance of Northwest Florida is a support group for individuals who are diagnosed with a form of ataxia or for those experiencing symptoms of ataxia.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brightstar Healthcare
05.2019 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Baptist Medical Group-Ladies First OB/GYN
09.2015 - 10.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Pensacola Pediatrics
05.2013 - 04.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
West Florida Hospital
08.2009 - 05.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sacred Heart Haven Of Our Lady Of Peace
09.2008 - 08.2009
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Pensacola State College