Amanda Hoffman
Medina,TN
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, communication, intervention and medication administration offering a proven track record of delivering high-quality care and achieving an outstanding patient and family experience.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gentiva Hospice Care
03.2023 - Current
- Hospice and palliative care
- Symptom and pain management
- End-of-life care and comfort
- Patient and family education
- Emotional support and counseling
- Medication administration
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Documentation and compliance
- Strong communication skills
- Crisis management
- Time management and organization
Licensed Practical Nurse / Skilled Rehab Nurse
Christian Care Center
01.2022 - 03.2023
- 2022 Care Giver of the Year Award winner
- Member of QUAP and Safety Committee
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Skilled Rehab Nurse
Maplewood Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Telephone Nurse
University of AR. Med Sci
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Trained all new resident physicians on operation of computer program used at clinic
- Answered nurse line for patient care and prescription renewals
- Gathered information from local hospitals to close patient care gaps
- Assisted physicians in management of drive through Covid-19 clinic
- Assisted resident and attending physicians with patient care and procedures
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Rehab Charge Nurse
Katherine's Place
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- 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.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Rehab Charge Nurse
Adam's Place
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Worked closely with therapy department staff to ensure patients met goals
- Wound care and wound vac
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Charge Nurse
Christian Care Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Night Supervisor
Heritage Community
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Responsible for identifying staffing needs and and scheduling of work
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Supervisor
Slater Medical Arts
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Responsible for patient triage for general practitioner
- Administer childhood vaccinations and kept records per state requirements
- Conducted Department of Transportation yearly examinations
- Ordered all medication and supplies for office
- Responsible for meeting and maintaining all Medicare and Medicaid requirements
Licensed Practical Nurse / Charge Nurse
St Peter Villa Nursing
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse certificate -
East Mississippi Community College
Mayhew, Mississippi01.2003
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Medical office administration
- Patient relationship building
- Documenting intake
- Educating families
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Caring for wounds
- Patient support
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Advocacy
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
Certification
- State of Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse
- State of Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified BLS Provider
References
- Rachel Mason RN, BSN, Adam's Place, (615) 542-2864
- Christy McBride, RN, Maplewood Heath Care, DON, (731) 267-2606
- Brittany Evanss, RN, Christian Care Center of Medina, DON, (731) 307-0402
- Tina Eni, RN, Maplewood Heath Care, Weekend supervisor, (731) 439-6442
- Sarah Nokes, RN, Adam's Place, (615) 653-2246
Awards
Caregiver of the Year Award, 2022, Christian Care Center
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gentiva Hospice Care
03.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse / Skilled Rehab Nurse
Christian Care Center
01.2022 - 03.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse / Skilled Rehab Nurse
Maplewood Healthcare
01.2021 - 01.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse / Telephone Nurse
University of AR. Med Sci
01.2019 - 01.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse / Rehab Charge Nurse
Katherine's Place
01.2018 - 01.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse / Rehab Charge Nurse
Adam's Place
01.2017 - 01.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse / Charge Nurse
Christian Care Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse / Night Supervisor
Heritage Community
01.2013 - 01.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse / Supervisor
Slater Medical Arts
01.2012 - 01.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse / Charge Nurse
St Peter Villa Nursing
01.2003 - 01.2012
- State of Arkansas Licensed Practical Nurse
- State of Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified BLS Provider
Licensed Practical Nurse certificate -
East Mississippi Community College
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