Amanda Walker
Orlando,FL
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse/Triage Nurse
Orlando Health Physicians Associates
09.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated a high volume of patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
School Nurse
Orange County Public School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs
- Oversaw health services for school of 500 students and faculty.
Covid Health LPN
JPI Group, Royal Caribbean International
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff and patient infection risks
- Provided COVID-19 FAQs and educational material to patrons and employees
- Donned and removed personal protective equipment (PPE) per company protocols
- Documented novel coronavirus screening assessments
- Collected and treated patient samples to test for COVID-19 infection.
Nursing Assistant
Home Health Services
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Checked vital signs and administered prescription medication under guidance and supervision of skilled nursing staff to facilitate basic health care services
- Performed ambulation and exercise and completed household services to help patient maintain routine and lifestyle in familiar home environment
- Offered transportation to and from appointments, shopping and other activities to help patient stay social, active and maintain access to essential items and services
- Worked collaboratively, functioned as effective member and encouraged and supported fellow team members to reach common goals
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
Lead Co- Teacher
YMCA
02.2016 - 06.2019
- Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
Education
Associate of Science Nursing -
Valencia College
Orlando, FLCertification
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
Medication Administration
Basic Life Support
Emergency Response
Feeding Assistance
Vital Signs Collection
Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
Multitasking and Prioritization
Intercultural Competence
Patient Safety Management
HIPAA Compliance
Injury Prevention, Board Certified Licensed Practical Nurse
First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse/Triage Nurse
Orlando Health Physicians Associates
09.2023 - Current
School Nurse
Orange County Public School District
08.2022 - 06.2023
Covid Health LPN
JPI Group, Royal Caribbean International
01.2022 - 08.2022
Nursing Assistant
Home Health Services
07.2019 - 01.2022
Lead Co- Teacher
YMCA
02.2016 - 06.2019
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
Medication Administration
Basic Life Support
Emergency Response
Feeding Assistance
Vital Signs Collection
Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
Multitasking and Prioritization
Intercultural Competence
Patient Safety Management
HIPAA Compliance
Injury Prevention, Board Certified Licensed Practical Nurse
First Aid/CPR Certified
Associate of Science Nursing -
Valencia College
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