Amanda Kapps
South Burlington,VT
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Labor and Delivery Technologist
UVMMC Central Vermont Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Delivery room preparation: Setting up sterile equipment, checking and stocking necessary supplies, ensuring the room is clean and ready for delivery.
- Prepare sterile OR surgical field for labor and delivery procedures, ensuring proper aseptic techniques and patient safety
- Admit and assess patients in antepartum, labor, delivery and postpartum stages, providing compassionate care and support throughout the process.
- Maintain cleanliness and stock medical supplies in patient rooms and delivery areas, ensuring all necessary equipment is available for patient care.
- Assist nurses in emergency situations, including quickly preparing the OR for STAT cases and responding promptly to urgent needs.
- Monitor fetal strips and immediately notify nursing staff of any abnormalities, ensuring quick response in potentially critical situations.
- Assist during Cesarean sections by remaining in the OR until the baby is delivered, providing support to the surgical team and ensuring patient safety.
- Participate in blood loss estimation (QBL) during deliveries, accurately tracking blood loss before and after the birth of the baby and placenta.
- Support nursing staff with various tasks, including patient positioning and preparation for delivery, ensuring smooth workflow in fast-paced environments and needing any assistive devices during labor (forceps or vacuum).
LPN
CVMC
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
CNA
Select Speciality Hospital
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, and evaluating patient needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
CNA
Morris View Healthcare Center
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Teachers Aid
St. James Preschool
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
Patient Care Technician
Holy Name Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associated Degree in Nursing - Nursing (RN)
Vermont State University
Williston 08.2024 - 05.2025
Certificate - Practical Nursing (PN)
Vermont State University
Randolph, VT 08.2023 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Lyndhurst High School
Lyndhurst 09.2012 - 06.2016
Skills
- Patient instruction
- Hardware maintenance
- Machine learning
- Image evaluation
- Critical thinking
Certification
- LPN, VT (2024, July)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN
CVMC
09.2024 - 11.2024
Associated Degree in Nursing - Nursing (RN)
Vermont State University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Certificate - Practical Nursing (PN)
Vermont State University
08.2023 - 06.2024
Labor and Delivery Technologist
UVMMC Central Vermont Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
CNA
Select Speciality Hospital
09.2021 - 01.2023
Teachers Aid
St. James Preschool
06.2021 - 09.2021
Patient Care Technician
Holy Name Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
CNA
Morris View Healthcare Center
11.2020 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Lyndhurst High School
09.2012 - 06.2016
- LPN, VT (2024, July)
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