Amanda Vaz
Artesia,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Jude Medical Center
Fullerton, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Providence Saint John's Health Center
Santa Monica, CA
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
LVN Charge Nurse
Windsor Palms Care Center of Artesia
Artesia
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Scheduled nursing staff, delegated assignments, and monitored ratios to maintain optimal levels
- Interpreted diagnostic tests and formulated care plans following optimal nursing practice
- Administered medications and delivered treatments according to facility policies and state licensing requirements
- Examined patients and took vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration
- Observed and recorded changes in patient conditions and promptly communicated information to supervising RN
- Developed care plans and supervised services of certified nurse aides.
Pandemic Student Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente/ In-Sync Consulting Services LLC
Downey
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Observed HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy and confidentiality
- Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient histories and current vitals
- Readied rooms, supplies, and instruments for upcoming procedures and expected patients
- Prepared patients for physician examinations and treatments, answered questions and offered emotional support
- Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and tetanus with routine vaccinations
- Educated patients on preventive medicine and home care management
- Educated patients, family members, and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Performed diabetic foot exams
- Performed diabetic retinal screening.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA09.2024
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA05.2021
Diploma - Vocational Nursing
American Career College
Anaheim, CA11.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
Certification
- California Registered Nurse, 95257268
- American Heart Association CPR/BLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
St. Jude Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Saint John's Health Center
05.2022 - 05.2023
Pandemic Student Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente/ In-Sync Consulting Services LLC
02.2021 - 11.2021
LVN Charge Nurse
Windsor Palms Care Center of Artesia
08.2018 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University San Marcos
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Cerritos College
Diploma - Vocational Nursing
American Career College