Amanda Sutherland
Clarkston,MI
Summary
Hardworking, organized, detail oriented and passionate Registered Nurse. Bringing experience, care, and knowledge to help improve the lives of patients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Cedarbrook Of Bloomfield Hills
01.2021 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Wound care rounds, charting, documentation
Unit Manager
Regency At Waterford
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Coordinated nursing with other services to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
- Promoted resident independence by establishing patient care goals and taught and counseled residents and family about medications and self-care skills.
- Handled complaints from residents and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, tracheostomy care
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lake Orion Nursing And Rehab
08.2011 - 07.2016
- Answered call lights and supported resident comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with residents.
Education
Master's of Science in Nursing Administration -
South University
Savannah, GA04.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Baker College
Auburn Hills, MI06.2015
Skills
- Quality Assurance/Improvement
- Facility Oversight
- Leadership and Guidance
- Performance Evaluations
- Manage Records
- Professional Development
- Patient Education
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Supervision
- Effective Multitasking
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
Certification
CPR Certified thru May 2025
Infection Control Preventionist
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Cedarbrook Of Bloomfield Hills
01.2021 - Current
Unit Manager
Regency At Waterford
08.2016 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lake Orion Nursing And Rehab
08.2011 - 07.2016
Master's of Science in Nursing Administration -
South University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Baker College