Amanda Fipps
Prague,OK
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with experience in providing compassionate care and monitoring vital signs. Proven ability to adapt to changing patient needs, contributing to a safe and supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurses Aide
Cohesive Staffing Solutions
Prague, OK
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs and priorities in fast-paced settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to enhance patient care strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate environment.
- Supported the physical well-being of patients through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely reporting of any concerns or changes to supervising nurse.
- Maximized privacy during personal care activities by utilizing appropriate drapes or curtains and maintaining a respectful demeanor.
- Enhanced patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning tasks when needed.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients with various illnesses and disabilities.
- Contributed to an inclusive atmosphere within the healthcare facility by respecting cultural differences and advocating for patient preferences regarding care.
- Prevented pressure ulcers on bedridden patients through regular repositioning, skin assessments, and reporting any concerns to the supervising nurse promptly.
- Expedited communication between healthcare team members by actively participating in shift change report meetings and conveying relevant patient information effectively.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by following infection control protocols.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- assisted with EKGS
- sat with EOD patients
- helped in emergency department when needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prague Regional Memorial Hospital
Prague, OK
07.2018 - 12.2024
- Assessed patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Monitored equipment and supplies, reporting shortages to nursing staff promptly.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care practices.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention and treatment.
- Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
- Streamlined patient care procedures, improving efficiency and reducing wait times for treatments.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assisted in rehabilitation of patients, facilitating quicker recovery with exercise and mobility support.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Delivered high-quality care to SWB patients in hospital facility.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- assisted with and performed EKGS
- sat with EOD patients
- assisted in emergency department as needed.
Education
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Wes Watkins Technology Center
Wetumka, OK11-2025
Skills
- Reliable team player
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Recording vital signs
- Patient lifting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Adaptable
- Bedside manner
- Patient relationship building
- Electronic charting
- End-of-life care
- Feeding assistance
- Medical terminology
- Geriatric care
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Collecting vital signs
- Compassionate
- Dressing assistance
- Supporting personal needs
- Safety precautions
- Valid oklahoma driver's license
- Ambulation assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Range of motion exercises
- Intake recording
- Monitoring fluids
- Infection control procedures
- Assisting with personal grooming
- Family support and assistance
- Willingness to learn
- Basic life support
Accomplishments
passed NCLEX PN first try
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- CALS in progress spring 2026
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
spending time with family
church
attending trainings to further my nursing career
attend more schooling to become a Registered Nurse
Bicycling
Timeline
Certified Nurses Aide
Cohesive Staffing Solutions
01.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Prague Regional Memorial Hospital
07.2018 - 12.2024
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Wes Watkins Technology Center