AMANDA F. HOLTHAUS
Dorchester,MA
Health care is vital to all of us some of the time, but public health is vital to all of us all of the time.
C. Everett Koop
Summary
Versatile and hardworking healthcare professional with 30 years of experience caring for individuals in diverse conditions and communities. Committed to leveraging knowledge of industry guidelines and technology to support and advocate for clients both in the community and in structured care environments. Passionate healthcare professional /client advocate adept at providing excellent patient care. Conducted discharge and care planning for clients, referred patients to specialists. Enthusiastic, experienced professional eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of compliance and care coordination. Committed and motivated to learn, grow and excel in public and community service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Southeastern Residential Services (DDS), Comm of Mass
09.2017 - Current
- Perform all skilled nursing procedures required for clients and all associated documentation and follow up
- Work with DSWs, house managers, supervisory staff and all related community resources Attend appointments, coordinate care with day programs, hospice, therapy, and main office to comply with all MD recommendations
- Help engage clients in community and maintain open communication with families and guardians.
Detox Nurse
Spectrum Health Systems
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
Staff Nurse
Cardigan Nursing Home
11.2013 - 05.2014
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
Weekend Supervisor/Staff Nurse
Eastpointe Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
04.2011 - 03.2013
- Performed staff management, resident referral, acted as resident-family liaison in 195-bed skilled nursing facility
- Improved employee performance through positive reinforcement and effective training
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities
- Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods.
LPN, Bay Cove Human Services Andrew House Treatment Cen
01.2007 - 06.2010
- Performed all intake assessments and managed detox protocols for population including clients who were under-housed and clients with varied psychiatric diagnosis. Managed admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important client information to offsite staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and after care planning.
Staff Nurse
Bridgewater State Hospital, L.P.N
03.2007 - 01.2009
- Performing all aspects of care related to population of patients with severe mental illness, including medication management, assessments, and referrals
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Fine Arts Director
Incarnation Center Summer Camp
04.2002 - 01.2004
- Planned and implemented arts program including drama, music, dance and crafts for summer-long residential camp for children ages 7-15 Supervised 15 counselors/arts instructors.
Camp Nurse
Incarnation Camp And Conference
04.2001 - 08.2003
- On call 24/7; responsible for health education, record keeping, med administration, first aid, and emergency care for 240 campers and 80 staff members at summer residential camp.
Education
Master of Public Health - Public Health Management
05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art and Psychology
05.2022
Certificate - LPN Program
Skills
- Preventive Healthcare
- Assessment Administration
- Clear Client and Family Communication
- Corrective Action Planning
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Risk Identification
- Field Inspection
- Vulnerability Management
- Hazard Prevention
- EMR Systems
- Care Continuum Coordination
- HIPAA Protocol Adherence
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Discharge Coordination
Accomplishments
Graduate of Family Leadership Series sponsored by D.D.S./Nemasket Group
- The Family Leadership Series focuses on supporting families and caregivers to advocate for their loved ones with disabilities to live in their communities as naturally and typically as desired.
- How to develop partnerships between professionals and families and use legislative change to procure resources and enact system-wide change.
- Teach graduates how creating a vision for their family member and the greater community and the process to achieve the vision.
Additional Information
- Additional Information , Commonwealth of Massachusetts L.P.N. License No. 57654 (Exp. date12/15/23)
Work Availability
monday
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saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Staff Nurse - Southeastern Residential Services (DDS), Comm of Mass
09.2017 - Current
Detox Nurse - Spectrum Health Systems
01.2016 - 05.2018
Staff Nurse - Cardigan Nursing Home
11.2013 - 05.2014
Weekend Supervisor/Staff Nurse - Eastpointe Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
04.2011 - 03.2013
Staff Nurse - Bridgewater State Hospital, L.P.N
03.2007 - 01.2009
- LPN, Bay Cove Human Services Andrew House Treatment Cen
01.2007 - 06.2010
Fine Arts Director - Incarnation Center Summer Camp
04.2002 - 01.2004
Camp Nurse - Incarnation Camp And Conference
04.2001 - 08.2003
University Of Massachusetts - Master of Public Health, Public Health Management
University of Massachusetts - Boston - Bachelor of Arts, Studio Art and Psychology
Quincy College - Certificate, LPN Program
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