Amanda Spillman
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Compassionate LPN known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient care management, medical administration, and health education. Excel at communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient care outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Sunrise Senior Living
Baton Rouge, LA
05.2019 - Current
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.
- Identified potential problems or risks that could affect patient outcomes.
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
LPN Medication Nurse
St. James Place
Baton Rouge , LA
02.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Provided patient care plans, treatments, and medications according to physicians' orders.
LPN Float Pool
Baton Rouge General Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
01.2016 - 09.2018
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop long term goals for patients who require ongoing treatment.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Charge Nurse
Legends Oaks Healthcare
Austin, TX
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
Staff Nurse
Natchitoches Parish Hospital
Natchitoches, LA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Performed patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, height and weight measurements, and documentation of findings.
- Provided education on medications, treatments, and health maintenance activities to patients and families.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services by documenting assessment results in medical record.
- Identified changes in patient condition by observing skin color, pulse rate, breathing rate, blood pressure or other indicators; notifying supervisor as necessary.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in patient status or treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers and home healthcare personnel to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while delivering quality patient care.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to family members during times of distress.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through chart reviews or direct observation.
Education
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Natchitoches Technical College
Natchitoches, LA01-2010
Associate of General Studies - Social Work
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA05-2005
Skills
- Patient Observation
- Disease Prevention
- Patient Charting
- Geriatric Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Needs Assessment
- Health Education
- Professionalism
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Medical Terminology
- Time management abilities
- Responsible and Dependable
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Care
- Care Planning and Modifications
Timeline
LPN Medication Nurse
St. James Place
02.2021 - 05.2023
LPN Charge Nurse
Sunrise Senior Living
05.2019 - Current
LPN Float Pool
Baton Rouge General Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2018
Charge Nurse
Legends Oaks Healthcare
01.2013 - 01.2016
Staff Nurse
Natchitoches Parish Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2013
Practical Nursing - Nursing
Natchitoches Technical College
Associate of General Studies - Social Work
Northwestern State University of Louisiana