Amanda Stark
Lafayette,IN
Summary
Registered nurse experienced in interdisciplinary collaboration and patient care management across hospice and cardiology settings. Trains and mentors new nursing staff on best practices, ensuring compliance with standards. Strong communicator with a focus on quality improvement and ethical, patient-centered care delivery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-GIP Liaison
Franciscan Alliance
Lafayette, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on best practices and hospital procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Developed training materials for staff to enhance operational efficiency.
- Analyzed data to identify trends and improve service delivery processes.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in processes and procedures related to liaison activities.
- Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse - Case Manager, GIP Liason
IU Health Hospice and Home Care
Lafayette, IN
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and preferences.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals effectively.
- Developed discharge plans ensuring continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Managed case documentation in compliance with regulatory standards consistently.
- Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams ensuring safe transitions back into the community.
- Developed patient care plans, overall patient health assessments and evaluations.
- Managed caseloads involving multiple chronic illnesses across various settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities or private homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
- Created detailed documentation of patient health history including lab results, treatments and medications prescribed.
- Trained, guided and mentored home healthcare providers to ensure all objectives were met.
- Coordinated home care, home infusion, and durable medical equipment reducing patient wait times.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Arranged placement of new patient admissions and transfers according to clinical standards and guidelines.
- Obtained recommendations for inpatient or outpatient level of care by discussing cases with physician advisor.
- Assisted in training new staff on protocols for patient communication and care delivery.
- Collaborated with senior management to identify areas of improvement within existing systems or strategies.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in processes and procedures related to liaison activities.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Registered Nurse
IU Health Non-Invasive Cardiology
Lafayette, IN
06.2012 - 05.2020
- Perform and interpret Cardiology stress testing, sedation for procedures, monitor patient labs and outcomes, chart audits for compliance of peers and Physicians.
RN-Charge Nurse
St Elizabeth
04.2001 - 06.2012
- Coordinated cardiology inpatient care, managed radiology prep and recovery, facilitated outpatient procedures and infusions, provided wound care, and conducted ER observation.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
09-2026
Bachelor of Science - Science And Nursing
St Elizabeth School of Nursing
01-2004
Skills
- Cardiology testing and interpretation
- Acute care
- Cardiology
- Radiology
- Patient assessment
- Patient care management
- Infusion protocol management
- Triage and hospice care
- Care planning
- Chart compliance auditing
- Compliance standards
- Legal documentation education
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Referral coordination
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Patient education programs
- Radiology prep/recovery/charge audit
- Disease process proficiency
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Crucial conversations-Mastery level
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking
- Precepting
- Care guideline management
- Market research
- Patient assessment
- Precepting
- Care planning
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau International
- American Nurses Association
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Indiana
- BLS
- ACLS
Leadership And Projects
- Microsystem change project, Designed and evaluated a microsystem change project improving hospice admission workflow.
- Falls prevention in late-life care, Applied nursing theory to falls prevention in late-life care, producing a theory-guided improvement plan.
- Reflective practice initiatives, Led reflective practice initiatives to strengthen team communication and conflict management.
Scholarly And Teaching Interests
- Nursing Leadership
- Population Health
- Curriculum Development
- Palliative & Hospice Care
- Clinical Judgment & Assessment
License Number
28162477A
Professional Nursing Experience
Hospice Admissions Nurse/Cardiology/Critical Care, Implemented standardized admission workflows and training for new nurses. Conducted comprehensive assessments, communicated complex care plans, and supported families through transitions. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure ethical, person-centered care.
Teaching And Academic Experience
- Graduate-Level Academic Writer & Peer Mentor, Chamberlain University, Developed APA-formatted papers, peer responses, and video scripts demonstrating advanced scholarly communication. Synthesized theory, evidence, and ethical principles into academic work aligned with AACN Essentials. Provided structured peer feedback promoting clarity, professionalism, and reflective practice.
- Clinical Preceptor / Informal Educator, Cardiology/critical care/hospice/ER, Oriented and trained new nurses in assessment, documentation, and patient-centered communication. Led bedside teaching on wound care, delegation, and safety practices for older adults. Modeled compassionate, culturally responsive care for interdisciplinary teams.
Education
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References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Registered Nurse-GIP Liaison
Franciscan Alliance
07.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Case Manager, GIP Liason
IU Health Hospice and Home Care
11.2023 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse
IU Health Non-Invasive Cardiology
06.2012 - 05.2020
RN-Charge Nurse
St Elizabeth
04.2001 - 06.2012
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Science And Nursing
St Elizabeth School of Nursing