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Amanda Higgins

Registered Nurse
The Bronx,United States

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 7 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. A well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information, and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization, and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassion.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Home Health Aide

The Rubin Foundation
Miami, FL
06.2017 - 06.2020
  • Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep the team informed of changing conditions.
  • Managed the appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
  • I collaborated with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Assisted patient with activities of daily living
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, and progress
  • Assisted patient with transfer and ambulation, provided transport via wheelchair

Licensed Practical Nurse

Private Duty
New York, NY
07.2020 - 02.2021
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living
  • Monitored blood glucose levels and administered insulin 2-3 times daily
  • Monitored daily nutrition and provided education on adhering to diabetic guidelines
  • Responsible for scheduling and attending client's appointments and chemotherapy treatments
  • Assessed and recorded vital signs twice daily, communicating with interdisciplinary team to collaborate for client care

Licensed Practical Nurse

Private Duty
New York, NY
10.2020 - Current
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • She made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
  • We have educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management, and wound management.
  • We documented accurate and complete patient information to address problems and expected outcomes.
  • I used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Provided assurance/motivation during patients' physical therapy sessions
  • Administered medications twice daily and monitored for adverse reactions
  • Performed personal services such as meal preparations and housekeeping

Education

Associate of Arts -

Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY
09.2002 - 06.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate -

LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York
Long Island City, NY
01.2011 - 06.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Helene Fuld College of Nursing
New York, NY
09.2020 - Current

Skills

Pulse oximetry tracking

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Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Private Duty
10.2020 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Helene Fuld College of Nursing
09.2020 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Private Duty
07.2020 - 02.2021

Home Health Aide

The Rubin Foundation
06.2017 - 06.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate -

LaGuardia Community College of The City University of New York
01.2011 - 06.2013

Associate of Arts -

Westchester Community College
09.2002 - 06.2024

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