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Licensed Practical NurseWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: Shirley, NY, US
Open to relocation: Yes
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Amber DiGangi
Shirley,NY
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate recent LPN graduate eager to contribute to a respected healthcare facility. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care while continuously expanding nursing skills and knowledge. Seeking opportunities for professional advancement in a dynamic environment that values growth and development. Passionate about making a positive impact on patient outcomes through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Teacher
Pine Tree Day Nursery
Riverhead, NY
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Lead teacher of infants aged 6 weeks – 18 months old
- Prepared and maintained attendance, activity, planning, accounting/personal reports and records for officials
- Monitored students progress and provided students and teachers with assistance in resolving any problems
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to individual learning styles.
- Collaborated with parents to ensure consistent communication regarding children's progress.
- Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Developed and maintained educational materials that enhanced classroom learning experiences.
- Led curriculum development initiatives aligning with state standards and best practices.
- Assessed student performance regularly, adapting instruction to meet diverse needs effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Frank C. Perry DDS
01.2015 - 01.2021
- I started my externship with Dr. Frank C. Perry on 11/23/2015 and completed it on 02/01/2016, once I completed my externship, I was hired.
- Checked insurance eligibility
- Answered the phones, made, changed, and set up appointments
- Assisted in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate documentation of medical histories.
- Conducted preliminary diagnostic tests and recorded vital signs with precision.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and medication adherence effectively.
- Maintained hygiene standards in clinical environments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Implemented electronic health record systems for efficient patient data management and retrieval.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
- Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing administrative burden for medical staff.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for all procedures and treatments.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Improved patient satisfaction, efficiently managing appointment schedules and reducing wait times.
- Contributed to reduction in patient readmission rates by providing thorough discharge instructions and follow-up care recommendations.
- Assisted with billing and coding processes, ensuring accurate insurance claims and patient invoicing.
- Increased efficiency in office by implementing digital filing system for patient records.
- Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within clinic.
- Facilitated patient education on treatment plans and medications, improving understanding and compliance.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Improved clinical workflow with introduction of electronic health records system.
- Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
Teacher
Pine Tree Day Nursery
Riverhead, NY
2000 - 2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans fostering creativity and cognitive development in children.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment promoting physical and emotional well-being.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques ensuring positive behavior among students.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate children's progress and address developmental needs.
- Mentored junior teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly, adapting teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
- Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, helping students make connections between coursework and everyday life situations.
- Increased parental involvement through regular communication and parent-teacher conferences, fostering strong home-school partnerships.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to continuously improve instruction in the classroom.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting instructional methods as needed to improve performance.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, holding students accountable for meeting these standards.
- Developed individualized education plans for students with special needs, ensuring their academic success.
- Utilized creative teaching strategies to engage students in classroom.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Education
CDA - Childcare
Pine Tree Day Nursery
Riverhead, NY02-2026
Vocational - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hunter Business School
Medford 02.2025 - 02.2026
Medical Assistant - undefined
Branford Hall
01-2015
Skills
- EKG
- Phlebotomy
- Vital Signs
- Medication administration
- Tracheostomy care
- Urinary catheterization
- G-Tube feeding
- Wound care
- Medical terminology
- Immunization administration
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Direct patient care
- Geriatric care
Certification
- BLS Provider
- Medical Assistant
- LPN
Timeline
Vocational - Licensed Practical Nurse
Hunter Business School
02.2025 - 02.2026
Lead Teacher
Pine Tree Day Nursery
01.2021 - 01.2025
Medical Assistant
Dr. Frank C. Perry DDS
01.2015 - 01.2021
Medical Assistant - undefined
Branford Hall
CDA - Childcare
Pine Tree Day Nursery
Teacher
Pine Tree Day Nursery
2000 - 2015
NURSING ROTATIONS
- St. Catherine's Rehab Center Smithtown, NY
- Emphasis on older adults
- Vital signs
- Wound care
- Brookhaven Rehab Center East Patchogue, NY
- Data collection
- Care plan
- Daily living needs
- Wound care, medication administration, Peg tube feedings
- Mather Hospital Port Jefferson, NY
- Medication administration
- Interdisciplinary rounds
- Island Nursing and Rehab Center Farmingville, NY
- Subacute and rehabilitation care
- Wound care, medication administration, monitoring intake and output
- Quantum Rehab and Nursing Middle Island, NY
- Rehabilitation and long-term care unit
- Wound care, medication administration
- Diabetes monitoring and medication