Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Licensures And Certifications
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Amanda L. Duksworth

Oxford

Summary

Dedicated, compassionate, highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with over 8 years of experience in a Level I Trauma Intensive Care Unit. A well organized, detail-oriented individual with a solid capacity to multi-task and quickly adapt to challenging situations. Able to effectively communicate and establish excellent rapport with diverse patients and families, as well as fellow healthcare professionals. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Completed 180 hours of Primary Care preceptorship.
  • Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
  • Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
  • Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
  • Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
  • Assisted provider with in-office treatments and minor procedures.
  • Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
  • Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention, and birth control methods.
  • Referred patients to medical specialists, mental health professionals, and coordinated patient care with social services and additional resources.

Nurse Practitioner Student

Children's Health of Ocala
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Completed 180 hours of Pediatric preceptorship.
  • Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
  • Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
  • Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
  • Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
  • Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
  • Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
  • Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
  • Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
08.2024 - 10.2024
  • Completed 180 hours of Women's Health preceptorship.
  • Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
  • Processed lab tests for influenza, strep and urinary tract infections.
  • Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
  • Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
  • Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
  • Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
  • Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, disease prevention, and birth control methods.
  • Educated patients about reproductive health issues and dispensed contraceptives.
  • Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
  • Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, maximizing continuity of care.

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Completed 180 hours of Adult and Gerontology preceptorship.
  • Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
  • Conducted physical exams, health screenings, diagnostic treatment, and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
  • Implemented and monitored effectiveness of interventions to assist patients in regaining and maintaining optimal health.
  • Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
  • Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
  • Prescribed medications or treatments based on patient medical assessments.
  • Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion, and disease prevention.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated patient care with social workers, case managers and mental health professionals.

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Completed 60 hours of Advanced Health and Physical Assessment preceptorship.
  • Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
  • Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
  • Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
  • Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.

Registered Nurse - Trauma Intensive Care Unit

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
02.2017 - Current
  • Demonstrate extensive knowledge regarding traumatic injuries and multiple disease states, including various medications and treatment modalities
  • Assess and provide exceptional primary, secondary, and tertiary care to 1-2 high acuity critically ill patients with complex needs, such as ventilator management, extensive wound care, and rehabilitation
  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on injuries, diagnosis, disease processes, prognosis, treatment options, and ways to manage or cope with these issues
  • Precept new and experienced nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures, and nursing best practices
  • Offer exceptional care and support to individuals suffering from acute traumatic injuries and other various chronic conditions

Travel RN - ICU

Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Critical care float pool for MICU, SICU, CVICU
  • Management of stroke patients
  • Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team to discuss diagnosis and determine specific goals of care based on individual needs and personal wishes
  • Assist with emergency bedside surgical procedures and manage patients while providing appropriate actions during each of the peri-operative phases of treatment

Education

Masters of Science - Nursing

South University
Savannah, GA
03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
10.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL
12.2016

Associate of Arts - undefined

College of Central Florida
Ocala, FL
05.2014

Skills

  • Hemodynamics monitoring
  • Invasive line management
  • EVD management
  • Ventilator management
  • CRRT management
  • Trauma recovery
  • Organ donor procedures
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Nurse Preceptor
  • Rotoprone superuser
  • Arctic Sun management
  • Charge Nurse
  • IABP management
  • Neurological monitoring
  • ECMO management
  • IV drip titration
  • Health care consultation
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Emergency procedures
  • Medical assessment

Affiliations

  • American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
  • American Nurses Association

Licensures And Certifications

  • Registered Nurse, Florida Board of Nursing
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart Association
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification, American Heart Association
  • ENA Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certification, Emergency Nurses Association
  • NIHSS Certification, National Institutes of Stroke Scale
  • IHI Basic Certificate in Quality & Safety, Institute for Healthcare Improvement

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
01.2025 - 03.2025

Nurse Practitioner Student

Children's Health of Ocala
10.2024 - 01.2025

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
08.2024 - 10.2024

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
05.2024 - 08.2024

Nurse Practitioner Student

Langley Health Services
03.2024 - 05.2024

Travel RN - ICU

Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 03.2023

Registered Nurse - Trauma Intensive Care Unit

HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
02.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate of Science - Nursing

College of Central Florida

Associate of Arts - undefined

College of Central Florida

Masters of Science - Nursing

South University
Amanda L. Duksworth