Amanda Lavallee
Springtown,TX
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of EPIC and MedHost.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Weatherby Healthcare
Los Alamos, New Mexico
01.2024 - Current
- Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination
- Documents patient care performed, assessments made, and orders given
- Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies
- Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and care
- Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions, including use of prescriptive authority and referral to other healthcare providers or community resources
- Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health and wellness, treatment options, and community resources
- Provides solo provider care in the context of promoting age- and culture-appropriate informed choices, shared decision making, and the right to self-determination.
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Weatherby Healthcare
Bismarck, North Dakota
01.2024 - Current
- Responsible for care of infants in a Level III NICU
- Serving as the primary provider for infants in the NICU overnight
- Assessing, diagnosing, and carrying out procedures in the care of at-risk newborn infants
- Prescribing medications, treatments, and diagnostic procedures collaboratively with the NICU physician
- Attending high-risk deliveries and performing resuscitative measures as indicated.
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Hayes Locums via John Hopkins
Manatee Memorial
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Responsible for daily management of infants in a Level II NICU
- Serving as the primary provider for infants in the NICU
- Assessing, diagnosing, and carrying out procedures in the care of at-risk newborn infants
- Prescribing medications, treatments, and diagnostic procedures collaboratively with the NICU physician
- Attending high-risk deliveries and performing resuscitative measures as indicated.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Millennium Neonatology
Beaumont, TX
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Responsible for daily management of infants in a Level II NICU
- Assessing, diagnosing, and carrying out procedures in the care of at-risk newborn infants
- Prescribing medications, treatments, and diagnostic procedures collaboratively with the NICU physician
- Providing advanced education classes to NICU nurses with the goal of advancing to Level III care and facility accreditation
- Responsible for providing emergency care for patients as they are transported from one place to another via ground transport.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Neo Beginnings
Abilene, TX
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Responsible for daily management of infants in a Level III NICU
- Assessing, diagnosing, and carrying out procedures in the care of at-risk newborn infants
- Designing treatment plans for infants with complex health issues
- Prescribing medications, treatments, and diagnostic procedures collaboratively with the NICU physician
- Educating and supporting nurses, parents, and guardians in the care of their infants
- Attending high-risk deliveries and perform resuscitative measures as indicated
- Responsible for providing emergency care for patients as they are transported via ground transport.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Children Medical Center Dallas
Dallas, TX
05.2014 - 12.2020
- Responsible for the care of Level III and Level IV neonates
- Advocate and health educator for patients and families
- Assist physicians during surgeries, treatments, and examinations
- Assist in convalescence and rehabilitation
- Prescribe medications, treatments, and diagnostic tests
- Coordinate discharge needs of infants with special needs
- Attend high-risk deliveries and provide resuscitation using NRP guidelines
- Responsible for providing emergency care for patients as they are transported from one place to another via ground and air transport
- Assisting transport team members in assessing and intervening with infant’s changing condition.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, GA
08.2005 - 05.2015
- Responsible for the care of Level III and Level IV neonates
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds, providing input on patient care decisions and advocating for the needs of neonates and their families.
- Developed individualized care plans for neonates with complex medical conditions, working closely with families and healthcare providers to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support to families of high-risk neonates.
- Educated parents on infant nutrition, breastfeeding techniques, and strategies for promoting healthy growth and development at home.
- Coordinated care for critically ill neonates, collaborating with specialists and advocating for necessary medical interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Conducted research on emerging treatments for complex neonatal conditions, advancing knowledge within the field of neonatology.
- Managed complex cases involving premature infants, ensuring optimal growth and development while minimizing complications.
- Implemented advanced life-saving measures during emergent situations, stabilizing critically ill infants prior to surgery.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill infants, supporting families through the bereavement process.
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Lucille Packard Childrens Hospital
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Obtains complete histories and performs pertinent physical exams with assessment of normal and abnormal findings on new and return patients
- Performs or requests and evaluates diagnostic studies as indicated upon evaluation of the patient
- Administers, orders, furnishes and prescribes medications
- Orders and collects specimens for routine laboratory tests, screening procedures and therapeutic procedures, including blood and blood products
- Orders physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, radiology examinations and nursing services
- Performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency, according to written standardized procedures where applicable
- Obtains informed consent, as indicated
- Initiates arrangements for hospital admissions and discharges and completes appropriate paperwork.
Registered Nurse
Northside Hospital
Atlanta, GA
03.2004 - 08.2005
- Responsible for the care of Level III neonates
- Attend high-risk deliveries and provide resuscitation using NRP guidelines.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Senior Staff Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
03.2002 - 01.2004
- Charge Nurse for Level III NICU
- Member of the neonatal resuscitation team who attends all high-risk deliveries
- Provider of in-services on pathophysiology to new employees
- Certified for PICC line insertion.
- Assigned patient care to 8-10 nurses based on skills and experience, contributing to higher standards of patient care and staff retention.
Staff Nurse
Gwinnett Medical Center
Atlanta, GA
08.1998 - 03.2002
- Charge Nurse for Level III NICU
- Responsible for delegating to other staff members and making patient assignments
- Member of neonatal resuscitation team who attend all high-risk deliveries
- Responsible for discharge of infants with complex medical needs including providing support services for end-of-life care
- Observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
LPN/Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
06.1988 - 08.1998
- Charge Nurse for Level III NICU
- Responsible for delegating to other staff members and making patient assignments
- Observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients
- Admission and stabilization of critically ill patients
- Member of neonatal resuscitation- attend all high-risk deliveries to provide support for medical team.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Education
Master's degree in nursing with NNP specialty -
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 06.2002 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
Atlanta, GA 09.1998 - 05.2001
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Dekalb College
Decatur, GA 09.1989 - 06.1991
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Columbus Technical Institute
Columbus, GA 05.1987 - 05.1988
Skills
- Breastfeeding support
- Family-centered care
- Premature infant care
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Detail oriented
- PICC line certified
Certification
- NRP
- BLS
- PALS
- ALS certified
- PICC line certified
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau International- Kappa Gamma Member # 0428101- member 2004
References
- Amy Birchfield NNP-BC, (859) 361-3374, amybirchfieldnnp@gmail.com
- Becky Langley NNP- BC, (903 590-7403, blt4ever@yahoo.com
- Dr. Lynda Amrani MD, (347) 628-2760, laamd1999@gmail.com
Timeline
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Weatherby Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Weatherby Healthcare
01.2024 - Current
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Hayes Locums via John Hopkins
08.2023 - 06.2024
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Millennium Neonatology
08.2022 - 12.2023
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Neo Beginnings
04.2021 - 11.2022
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Children Medical Center Dallas
05.2014 - 12.2020
Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Lucille Packard Childrens Hospital
06.2012 - 07.2013
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Emory University School of Medicine
08.2005 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse
Northside Hospital
03.2004 - 08.2005
Master's degree in nursing with NNP specialty -
Stony Brook University
06.2002 - 05.2005
Senior Staff Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
03.2002 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
09.1998 - 05.2001
Staff Nurse
Gwinnett Medical Center
08.1998 - 03.2002
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Dekalb College
09.1989 - 06.1991
LPN/Registered Nurse
Grady Memorial Hospital
06.1988 - 08.1998
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Columbus Technical Institute
05.1987 - 05.1988