Amanda Simpson
Atascadero,CA
Summary
Professional nurse with 11 years of specialized expertise in labor and delivery. Proven track record of delivering compassionate and effective care while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, monitoring, and emergency interventions, with calm and reliable approach in high-pressure situations. Extensive experience in overseeing critical maternal and neonatal care. Proven ability to lead teams effectively and enhance patient experiences through collaborative efforts. Known for adaptability and strong problem-solving skills in dynamic clinical environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
02.2013 - Current
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections, vacuum and forceps deliveries.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Increased collaboration among healthcare professionals by fostering open communication between nurses, physicians, and support staff.
- Cultivated positive relationships with patients'' families through clear communication about expectations during labor, birth, and postpartum stages.
Clinical Instructor
Bakersfield College
08.2020 - 09.2024
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments.
- Served as a mentor for new Clinical Instructors, sharing expertise on effective teaching strategies and clinical management techniques.
- Provide clinical instruction to 8-10 nursing students in clinical settings on Labor and Delivery topics.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to ensure consistency in teaching methods and curriculum content.
- Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
- Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the course.
- Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
- Facilitated communication between students and clinical preceptors to address any concerns or issues that arose during rotations.
- Enhanced student understanding of the nursing profession by sharing personal experiences, insights, and challenges faced within various healthcare settings.
- Increased student confidence by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions for those struggling with specific concepts or skills.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during post conference.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Reliable Healthcare
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Contributed to organizational goals by actively participating in performance improvement initiatives related to home health nursing practice.
- Developed strong relationships with primary care providers to facilitate seamless coordination of care for patients transitioning from hospital or rehabilitation settings back into the community setting.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing personalized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their needs were met while respecting their preferences and values.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients suffering from chronic illnesses using a holistic approach that addressed physical, emotional, psychological, social wellbeing.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to federal, state, and agency guidelines in all aspects of home health nursing practice.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accuracy and timely completion of required paperwork.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs to develop individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Prevented complications by promptly identifying potential issues and taking appropriate action to address them.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare settings by coordinating services and maintaining open communication with patients, families, and providers.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of care plan effectiveness, making adjustments as needed to optimize results.
- Supported family caregivers through education, resources, and emotional support during challenging times.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Diagnostic Imaging
Cbcc-comprehensive Blood & Cancer Center
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and implementing individualized nursing interventions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of radiologic procedures, continuously improving skills through ongoing education and training programs.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients undergoing diagnostic imaging exams, addressing concerns and ensuring their comfort during the process.
- Educated patients about the benefits and risks associated with various radiologic procedures, enabling informed decision-making regarding their healthcare options.
- Assisted with complex interventional radiology procedures, providing essential support to the physician team throughout the process.
- Increased overall department efficiency by mentoring and precepting new radiology nurse hires, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal patient care.
- Coordinated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless transitions between different departments or facilities as needed for comprehensive patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality radiology nursing care and closely monitoring post-procedure recovery.
- Developed strong professional relationships with colleagues across disciplines, fostering a positive team atmosphere within the Radiology Department.
- Supported clinical research efforts by assisting with data collection, documentation, and analysis related to diagnostic imaging studies.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to radiation protection guidelines and conducting regular equipment safety checks.
- Facilitated effective patient care by serving as a liaison between radiology, nursing, and other healthcare professionals within the organization.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient histories, procedure details, and follow-up care recommendations in electronic medical records.
- Reduced wait times for imaging appointments by efficiently managing scheduling and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
GED -
Taft Union High School
Taft, CAAssociate of Science - Allied Health
Taft College
TaftAssociate of Science - Allied Health
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2012
Skills
- Antepartum care
- Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Interpretation
- Obstetric Emergency Response
- IV Insertion
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Intrapartum Care
- Labor support
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Examination
- Delegation and Motivation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Student Precepting
- Training staff
- Intake and discharge
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Advanced Fetal Monitoring
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager
Reliable Healthcare
05.2023 - 08.2023
Clinical Instructor
Bakersfield College
08.2020 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse, Diagnostic Imaging
Cbcc-comprehensive Blood & Cancer Center
03.2019 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
02.2013 - Current
GED -
Taft Union High School
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Taft College
Associate of Science - Allied Health
Bakersfield College