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Amanda Porter

South Chesterfield,VA

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with nine years of clinical nursing experience seeking a position as an entry level Family Nurse Practitioner in the outpatient setting. Will graduate in May of 2024 and schedule certification boards soon after.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, PAT

CJW Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
  • Perform an initial history and physical assessment prior to patients scheduled surgical procedure.
  • Review patients current medications and provide instructions according to the most recent anesthesia guidelines.
  • Provide patient education by assessing what they know and what they do not know about their upcoming surgical procedure and how to prepare.
  • Collaborate with other RNs, Doctors, Anesthesia providers, and Pharmacists to ensure the best solution for providing proper care for the patients.

Student Nurse Practitioner

HCA Healthcare
01.2023 - 05.2024
  • Clinical Hours Completed: 600+ hours.
  • Works well with the assigned Clinical Preceptor and improved my practice of the Family Nurse Practitioner professional role.
  • Placed emphasis on diverse clinical experiences that build upon knowledge gained in the FNP Program.
  • Clinical experiences include working with Medical Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Doctors with the focus on primary care and specialty areas.
  • Functions independently in the clinical practice setting by assessing, evaluating, and diagnosing patients with acute and sometimes chronic issues with the supervision of the Clinical Preceptor.

Registered Nurse, PACU

John Randolph Medical Center
06.2016 - 07.2019
  • Prepare patient care area adequately and ensure availability of necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Assist with surgical procedures; including administering nurse sedation when necessary.
  • Demonstrate understanding of principles of hemodynamic monitoring and monitors patient per policy (vital signs, temperature, cardiac, etc.) and critical thinking skills.
  • Assess and evaluate for signs and symptoms of patient’s condition that indicate potential post procedure or anesthesia related complications and report to anesthesiologist immediately.
  • Administer medications as needed.

Registered Nurse, ED

John Randolph Medical Center
03.2015 - 06.2016
  • Administer all prescribed medications utilizing the 5 rights to medication administration, change dressings, clean wounds, and monitor vital signs as per protocols.
  • Interact and communicate well with patients, coworkers, and doctors while being considerate, sympathetic, non-judgmental, and comforting to patients and their family.
  • Serve as the primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care; including patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team and patient’s family as needed.
  • Assist with emergency situations, including codes, when necessary.

Education

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Radford University
Radford, VA
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Radford University
Radford, VA
2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bryant And Stratton College - Newport News
Richmond, VA
2013

Certification


  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse for the State of Virginia - RN # 0001255768 initial license date December 29, 2014. Expiration date September 30, 2025.
  • CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - Expires February 2025.

Timeline

Student Nurse Practitioner

HCA Healthcare
01.2023 - 05.2024

Registered Nurse, PAT

CJW Medical Center
07.2019 - Current

Registered Nurse, PACU

John Randolph Medical Center
06.2016 - 07.2019

Registered Nurse, ED

John Randolph Medical Center
03.2015 - 06.2016

Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner

Radford University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Radford University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bryant And Stratton College - Newport News
Amanda Porter