Amanda Gales

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Patient-focused Licensed Vocational Nurse offering 12 years of Nursing and 4 years background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance. Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Advanced Healthcare Solutions

04.2020 - Current

Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Managing clinical operations and developing care plans
Ensuring nursing staff follows departmental procedures and policies
Conducting patient rounds and addressing complaints
Scheduling staff meetings for patient updates, issues, and recommendations
Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing feedback and guidance for improvement when necessary.
Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections significantly over time.

LVN Charge Nurse

Crowley Nursing And Rehab

01.2019 - 04.2020

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
Tested glucose and administered injections
Maintained patient charts and confidential files
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.

LVN Charge Nurse/Treatment Nurse/Staffing Coordinator

Life Care Centers of America

01.2018 - 01.2019

Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas
Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's
Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure
Obtained vitals for a floor of 25 patients per shift
Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
Tested glucose and administered injections
Maintained patient charts and confidential files
Daily Wound-care; Wound rounds with Wound Doctor
Staffed the Facility according to the PPD.

Education

Diploma in Nursing - Licensed Practicl Nurse

Louisiana Delta Community College

Winnsboro, LA

LVN-RN Program

Tarrant County College

Fort Worth, TX

Skills

Skilled Nursing (10 years)
LVN (10 years)
Nursing Management
Clinical Leadership
Quality Improvement

Recruiting and Hiring
Nurse Education and Training
Nursing Staff Supervision
Multidisciplinary team collaboration

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