Amanda McFarland
Vineland,NJ
Summary
Experienced with over twenty years of experience in the medical field. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Dedicated medical professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registar
Inspira Heath
Vineland , NJ
12.2021 - Current
- Verified patient information and insurances for emergency department services
- Assisted patients with consents for treatment and admission to hospital
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
LPN
Dr Robert Patitucci
Bridgton , New Jersey
08.2006 - Current
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Collaborated with doctor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Combat Medic
United States Army
Fort Hood, TX
08.2000 - 03.2003
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors on daily basis.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Instructed personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques for use in foreign national negotiations and cooperative actions.
- Conducted realistic training scenarios to prepare medical team members and provide realistic battle or mass-casualty scenarios.
- Performed crucial lifesaving interventions in combat situations.
- Administered medications, vaccines and tests such as electrocardiograms and field neurological tests.
- Collected patient medical information and details about current conditions, symptoms and complaints.
- Recognized and treated medical conditions with proven techniques, equipment and knowledge of medical and military protocols.
- Assessed needs and conditions of assigned patients and gathered critical patient health information.
- Acted as team leader and took responsibility for scene and unit management to maximize integrated support of patients.
- Developed and deployed triage skills and delivered optimal emergency care in combat environments.
- Worked as crisis team member and clearly communicated with other health care members to best care for patients with diverse military wounds.
- Perfected careful handling, lifting and moving of patients from point of incident to stretcher, ambulance or helicopter.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacological agents and safely administered medications in stressful field settings.
- Delivered emergency medical treatment at point of wounding on combat battlefields.
- Kept combat zone work environments as clean and organized as possible and maintained unit in constant state of readiness.
Medical Assistant
Dr Richard Ghattas
Prince Frederick , Maryland
05.1998 - 06.2000
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Verified appropriate lab couriers picked up collected lab specimens.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Cumberland County College
Vineland, NJLPN - Nursing
Cumberland County Vocational School
Bridgeton, NJ08.2013
High School Diploma -
Patuxent High School
Lusby, MD05.2000
Skills
- Administrative Duties
- Data Communications
- HIPAA Regulations
- Client Satisfaction
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Operational Requirements
- Electronic Health Records Systems
- Customer Communication
- Company Standards
- Schedule Preparation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Good Telephone Etiquette
Timeline
Registar
Inspira Heath
12.2021 - Current
LPN
Dr Robert Patitucci
08.2006 - Current
Combat Medic
United States Army
08.2000 - 03.2003
Medical Assistant
Dr Richard Ghattas
05.1998 - 06.2000
No Degree - General Studies
Cumberland County College
LPN - Nursing
Cumberland County Vocational School
High School Diploma -
Patuxent High School