Amanda Dunleavy
Mary Washington Healthcare
Jeffersonton,VA
1
Certification
22
years of professional experience
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse known for strong clinical documentation and patient assessment skills. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Months- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care and support.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Participated in training programs to enhance nursing skills and knowledge base.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Medical Assistant
10 Months- Assisted with patient intake, ensuring accurate collection of medical histories and vital signs.
- Coordinated scheduling for appointments and follow-ups, enhancing clinic workflow efficiency.
- Supported physicians during examinations by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Managed electronic medical records system, entering patient data and facilitating information retrieval.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Mental Health Technician
1 Year 7 Months- Assisted in monitoring patient behavior and emotional well-being during treatment sessions.
- Implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills and emotional expression among patients.
- Documented patient progress and communicated observations to clinical staff for ongoing assessment.
- Provided crisis intervention support to ensure patient safety and de-escalate challenging situations.
- Monitored patients'' progress, documenting changes in behavior and updating treatment plans accordingly.
- Supported families in understanding their loved one''s mental health condition and provided resources for ongoing support.
- Improved patient engagement with therapeutic activities, tailoring approaches to individual interests.
Licensed Practical Nurse
8 Months- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Licensed Practical Nurse
8 Months- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
7 Years 8 Months- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Licensed Practical Nurse
4 Years- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Administer medications and monitor patient vitals, ensuring adherence to care protocols.
- Perform wound care and dressing changes, maintaining high standards of infection control.
- Maintained a professional demeanor while effectively managing time-sensitive tasks such as medication administration, treatments, and patient documentation.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments, ensuring proper execution of orders for better patient outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
2 Years- Conducted comprehensive sleep studies, monitoring patient sleep patterns and physiological responses.
- Analyzed polysomnography data to identify sleep disorders and recommend treatment options.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure accuracy in data collection and reporting processes.
- Provided exceptional patient care throughout all stages of the diagnostic process, ensuring a positive experience for each individual.
- Educated patients on various treatment options, providing them with the necessary information to make informed decisions about their care.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Associate of Science - Health Information Technology
Skills
Medication administration
Vital signs monitoring
HIPAA compliance
Wound care
Compassionate care
Clinical documentation
Documentation accuracy
Diabetes management
Immunization administration
Infection control
Catheter care
Family communication
EMR / EHR
Patient triaging
Healthcare software proficiency
Writing reports
Case management
Trauma-informed care
Certification
License Practical Nurse: License number: 0002075125
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mary Washington Healthcare
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Medical Assistant
Blue Ridge Orthopedics
12.2024 - 10.2025Read More
Mental Health Technician
Fauquier Free Clinic
04.2023 - 11.2024Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Mary Washington Healthcare
11.2021 - 07.2022Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
UVA Health
11.2020 - 07.2021Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fauquier Hospital
01.2013 - 09.2020Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bull Run Family Practice
01.2009 - 01.2013Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dr.Stark Dermatology
01.2008 - 01.2009Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Prince William Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2007Read More
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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ECPI UniversityVA
Licensed Practical Nurse from Licensed Practical Nurse
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DeVry University
Associate of Science from Health Information Technology
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