Amanda Woodside
Gilbertsville,PA
Summary
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Dedicated, detail-oriented, adaptable professional with a proactive attitude, and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
AccentCare
Gilbertsville, PA
12.2024 - Current
- Performs technical nursing functions and direct patient care consistent with the established plan of care under the supervision of an RN.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Provided wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure that quality patient care was provided.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention techniques, and wound care.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Participated in weekly case conferences with an interdisciplinary team to discuss client progress and concerns.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patient's physical, psychological, social, spiritual and educational needs.
- Monitored vital signs and symptoms, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Medication reconciliation and education.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Pottstown Rehab
Pottstown, PA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Communicated and collaborated with nurses, therapists, and caregivers to support the continuum of care.
- Responded immediately to call lights from patients for assistance or treatment, and alerted medical staff to emergency situations.
- Completed daily shift reports and documentation for smooth, informative handovers.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living requirements, such as bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility needs.
- Repositioned bedridden patients to prevent sores and blood clots.
- Applied treatments such as creams, powders, or lotions, as needed.
- Participated in staff meetings, in-service trainings, and educational requirements.
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Parzival
Phoenixville, PA
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered personal care and support aligned with individual support plans.
- Prioritized personal safety, health, and development through person-centered care.
- Implemented behavioral plans for individuals with different needs.
- Provided medication reminders, as well as obtained vital signs.
- Participated in staff meetings, in-service trainings, and met all monthly education requirements.
- Encourage individuals to take ownership of daily decision-making.
- Conferred with a multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal care for each client based on individual factors, like physical abilities and specific limitations.
CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE
AccentCare
Gilbertsville, PA
11.2019 - 01.2023
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living requirements, such as bathing, toileting, and mobility.
- Provided education to patients, as well as family members.
- Repositioned bedridden patients to prevent sores and blood clots, as well as applied lotion and skin treatments, as needed.
- Provided medication reminders.
- Collaborated with members of the multidisciplinary team, and clinical staff, to provide the best possible care to patients.
- Prioritized assigned tasks when managing a high patient caseload.
- Completed daily shift reports and documentation for a smooth and informative handover.
- Completed all mandatory training, attended staff meetings, and in-services per requirements.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Brookdale Hospice
Wayne, PA
02.2016 - 11.2019
- Provided caring companionship to support patients' social, spiritual, and emotional needs.
- Repositioned bedridden patients to prevent sores and blood clots.
- Assisted patients with daily living requirements, such as bathing, feeding, dressing, and mobility needs.
- Documented and communicated care provided, as well as patient needs.
- Provided respite care to families.
- Coordinated with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Attended monthly staff meetings, in-services, and completed all mandatory trainings.
- Provided post-mortem care.
Education
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - PRACTICAL NURSING
CCIU Practical Nursing Program
Downingtown, PA07.2024
NO DEGREE - PSYCHOLOGY
Immaculata University
Immaculata, PANO DEGREE - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Antonelli Medical And Professional Institute
Pottstown, PASkills
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Electronic charting
- Monitor vitals
- Specimen collection
- End-of-life intervention
- In-home patient care
- Providing education
- Preceptor training for new hires
- Medical terminology and equipment
- Patient transport
- Scheduling
- Vital signs
- Tube feed/Peg care
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Medication administration
- Straight and foley catheterizations
- Colostomy care
- Administering injections
- Obtaining blood sugars,
- Phlebotomy
- Health assessment
- Patient assessment
- Wound care management
Certification
- LPN
- BLS/First aid
Accomplishments
- National Honors Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
AccentCare
12.2024 - Current
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Pottstown Rehab
01.2024 - 04.2024
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
Parzival
04.2023 - 01.2024
CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE
AccentCare
11.2019 - 01.2023
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Brookdale Hospice
02.2016 - 11.2019
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - PRACTICAL NURSING
CCIU Practical Nursing Program
NO DEGREE - PSYCHOLOGY
Immaculata University
NO DEGREE - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Antonelli Medical And Professional Institute