Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Websites
Family
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Amanda Tracey

Dover,PA

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with 24 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in hospital and nursing home settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. Strong work ethic who values excellence. Desire to be the very best nurse and love to learn new things.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LPN

UPMC Harrisburg Hospital
Harrisburg, PA
10.2021 - Current
  • Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously, enterally, or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
  • Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.

LPN Charge Nurse

Margaret E Moul Home
York , PA
10.2002 - 10.2021
  • Administered medications in accordance with policies and legal limitations.
  • Observed and reported changes in condition of patients and signs and symptoms of deviations from normal health status.
  • Delivered emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families to promote compassionate environment.
  • Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on facility policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques and patient assessments and interventions.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during patient care.
  • Reviewed lab results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatment.
  • Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
  • Assisted in developing policies related to infection control practices.
  • Conducted patient assessments and reported findings to RNs.
  • Assisted with wound care, dressing changes, and infection prevention.
  • Monitored vital signs and communicated changes to appropriate staff.
  • Managed tube feedings, and catheter insertions/maintenance.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) for patients.
  • Acted as liaison between physicians, nurses, and patients/families.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.

LPN

Rest Haven-York
York , PA
01.2000 - 02.2004
  • Administered medications orally, enterally or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.

Education

LPN Licensure - Nursing

York County Technical School
York, PA
12-1999

High School Diploma -

West York Area High School
York, PA
06-1997

Skills

  • Post Operative Care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Physical Assessment
  • Caring for wounds
  • Catheter Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Medical Documentation
  • Nursing Ethics
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Wound Care
  • Geriatric Care
  • Immunization Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Multi-tasking and prioritization

Accomplishments

Received my yearly review and am considered a superior performer.

Certification

IV therapy certification

Wound therapy course certification

Websites

Family

I have been married to my high school sweetheart, Steven for 23 yrs. We have 3 daughters ( Malone Renee', Kyra Faith and Willow Grace )and one son in-law (Pearce). I have a grandbaby on the way (due 10/17/24) and am totally excited to be a grandma(young grandma, may I add). Being a mom has been one of my greatest accomplishments and I love the family we have created. They have all been really supportive when I decided to go back to school in my 40s.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN

UPMC Harrisburg Hospital
10.2021 - Current

LPN Charge Nurse

Margaret E Moul Home
10.2002 - 10.2021

LPN

Rest Haven-York
01.2000 - 02.2004

LPN Licensure - Nursing

York County Technical School

High School Diploma -

West York Area High School

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