Amanda Walker
Manly
Summary
I started as a CNA at a long term care facility. After many years I started in the acute care setting and went to nursing school. After nursing school I worked as a critical care nurse until recently I started in the clinic (June 2024). My drive is to help others. I’ve always been a care giver and want to help others learn, strive to be better, and collaborate with colleagues to make a work environment the best it can be.
I am great at listening and willing to help change anything that needs changing. I’m up for any challenge.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
MercyOne North Iowa
Mason City
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies.
- Documented patient assessments and progress in electronic systems.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and critical care interventions.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives for patient safety standards.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
CNA
MercyOne North Iowa
Mason City
02.2017 - 12.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during daily interactions.
- Participated in training new staff on care protocols and procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
CNA
Oakwood Care Center
Clear Lake
10.2010 - 06.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to residents during daily interactions.
- Participated in training new staff on care protocols and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, Iowa12-2021
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Critical care
- Patient advocacy
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Emotional support
- Customer service
- Patient and family advocacy
- Documenting vitals
- Taking vitals
- Direct nursing care
- Removing sutures
- IV and venipuncture certified
- EMR / EHR
Timeline
Registered Nurse
MercyOne North Iowa
02.2022 - Current
CNA
MercyOne North Iowa
02.2017 - 12.2021
CNA
Oakwood Care Center
10.2010 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Iowa Area Community College