Amanda Jones
Dothan,AL
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse / Relief Charge nurse with more than 14 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Relief Charge Nurse
Baptist Works
Montgomery, AL
11.2024 - Current
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Jackson Nurse Professionals
Montgomery, AL
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Registered Nurse
Flowers Hospital
Dothan
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
Montgomery, AL
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Evaluated intensive care patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Charge Nurse
Southeast Health Medical Center
Dothan, AL
07.2015 - 02.2022
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
Registered Nurse, Medical-SurgUnit Charge Nurse
Southeast Health Medical Center
Dothan, AL
02.2010 - 07.2015
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system.
- Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
Education
BBA - Nursing
Troy University
Dothan, AL05.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Dothan, AL12.2009
Skills
- Monitored mechanical vents
- Medication Administration
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Medical Histories and Assessments
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Attention to Detail
- Accurate Documentation
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- Clear Patient Communication
- Preventive Healthcare
- Patient Examination
- Patient Care Assessment
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Relief Charge Nurse
Baptist Works
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Jackson Nurse Professionals
12.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Flowers Hospital
07.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse, ICU
Aya Healthcare
02.2022 - 05.2022
Charge Nurse
Southeast Health Medical Center
07.2015 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-SurgUnit Charge Nurse
Southeast Health Medical Center
02.2010 - 07.2015
BBA - Nursing
Troy University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan