Amanda Delacruz
Lawton,OK
Summary
To obtain a position in a healthcare environment where I can utilize my knowledge and experience. 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
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Community Access, Inc
Lawton, OK
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
LPN
Montevista Rehabilitation And Skilled Care Lawton
Lawton, OK
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
Staff Nurse
Barnert subacute Rehabilitation
Patterson, NJ
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
LPN
New Community Corporation
Newark, NJ
12.2014 - 12.2016
- Scheduled appointments
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Education
Nursing Degree -
Essex County College
Newark, NJ05.2002
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Palliative Care
- Disease Prevention
- Diabetes Management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Cardiac Care
- Catheter Care
Leadership Experience
Volunteering Medical Mission Ways of Health Organization.org- Dominican Republic 2010-201
Languages
- English
- Spanish
References
Available upon request
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
LPN
Community Access, Inc
10.2021 - 02.2023
LPN
Montevista Rehabilitation And Skilled Care Lawton
05.2018 - 09.2021
Staff Nurse
Barnert subacute Rehabilitation
10.2016 - 05.2017
LPN
New Community Corporation
12.2014 - 12.2016
Nursing Degree -
Essex County College