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Amanda Watkis

Longwood

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

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Maxim Healthcare Services
11.2018 - Current

• Deliver one-on-one nursing care to pediatric patients, specializing in tracheostomy and g-tube management.

• Conduct thorough assessments, recognize early signs of complications, and adjust care plans accordingly.

• Provide in-depth patient and caregiver education, ensuring families understand care procedures and treatment goals.

• Maintain meticulous documentation of patient status, interventions, and progress in electronic health records.

• Adapt to diverse patient needs and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

  • Enhance patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.

LPN

Bayada Home Health Care
08.2022 - 01.2025

• Provided skilled nursing care to pediatric patients with developmental delays, ensuring adherence to care plans.

• Managed and documented patient progress, medication administration, and treatment plans using electronic health records (EHR).

• Educated families on disease management, treatment protocols, and home care best practices.

• Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and case managers to coordinate care and ensure optimal patient outcomes.

• Maintained HIPAA compliance and ensure accurate, timely documentation.

  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.

Captioning Assistant

CapTel Service Specialists
09.2016 - 09.2017

• Provided real-time captioning services for individuals with hearing impairments, demonstrating strong listening and typing skills.

• Ensured accurate documentation and clear communication with clients.

  • Optimized workflow processes through regular feedback sessions with peers and supervisors to identify areas for improvement.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate captions for various media platforms.
  • Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality captions that adhered to industry standards and best practices.

Education

LPN- Technical Diploma - Nursing

Orange Technical College
Orlando, FL
08-2018

Skills

    Strong documentation and EMR proficiency – Experienced in maintaining detailed, accurate patient records

    Patient and family education – Skilled in providing clear, compassionate guidance on care plans

    HIPAA compliance – Ensure strict confidentiality and adherence to patient privacy regulations

    Effective communication – Capable of building trust and rapport with patients and healthcare teams

    Attention to detail – Ability to recognize changes in patient conditions and document critical updates

    Independent decision-making – Experienced in working autonomously while coordinating with providers

    Technical proficiency – Comfortable navigating electronic health record (EHR) systems and data management platforms

    Typing speed >60 WPM – Strong ability to document and process information efficiently

Timeline

LPN

Bayada Home Health Care
08.2022 - 01.2025

LPN

Maxim Healthcare Services
11.2018 - Current

Captioning Assistant

CapTel Service Specialists
09.2016 - 09.2017

LPN- Technical Diploma - Nursing

Orange Technical College
Amanda Watkis