Amanda Miner
Beulah,Michigan
Summary
Healthcare professional ready to contribute to patient care excellence. Expertise in providing compassionate care and supporting medical staff in fast-paced environments. Reliable team player focused on adapting to evolving patient needs and delivering quality outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
WellNow Urgent Care
09.2025 - Current
- Provided compassionate patient care in high-volume urgent care environment.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient examinations and procedures effectively.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and follow-up care to enhance understanding.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
Home Health Aide
Benzie Senior Resources
10.2020 - Current
- Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored clients' health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and activities performed.
- Followed infection control procedures to promote health and safety standards.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure.
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures.
Caregiver
Frankfort Pines
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs for health assessments and updates.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents at all times.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement individualized care plans.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident comfort.
- Trained new staff on caregiving techniques and safety protocols effectively.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tendercare Traverse City
07.2009 - 07.2013
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities in a compassionate manner.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling medical equipment and supplies.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Benzie Central High School
Benzonia, MI05-2006
Skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, patients, and families
- Computer knowledge and skills
- Detail-oriented, with a proven ability to work effectively under conditions requiring accuracy
- Strong communication skills, including grammatical, spelling, and verbal
- Excellent listening and note-taking skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- CPR/AED and First Aid certified
- Experience in taking and recording vital signs
- Time management
- Electronic charting
- Safety precautions
- Specimen collection
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
WellNow Urgent Care
09.2025 - Current
Home Health Aide
Benzie Senior Resources
10.2020 - Current
Caregiver
Frankfort Pines
03.2018 - 10.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tendercare Traverse City
07.2009 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Benzie Central High School