Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Amy Graham

Templeton,PA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Bayada Home Health
09.2015 - Current
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Clarview Nursing And Rehab Center
03.2014 - 10.2015
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Allergy And Asthma Clinic Dr H.I. Desai
04.2000 - 10.2013
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Administered vaccinations and medications to patients, adhering to proper dosage guidelines and protocols.
  • Contributed to the development of unit policies and procedures that promoted better quality of care for pediatric patients.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, documenting assessments, interventions, and progress in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in scheduling patient appointments and coordinating referrals/resources when needed.
  • Managed time efficiently in fast-paced settings while prioritizing tasks according to urgency levels.
  • Provided education on disease prevention, medical treatments, and medication administration to patients and their families.
  • Served as a preceptor for new hires, guiding them through orientation processes while helping them acclimate into their roles as pediatric LPNs.
  • Maintained supply inventory levels by monitoring stock status regularly; ordering when necessary.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive pediatric care.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.

Education

Registered Nurse - Nursing

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
06.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Lenape School of Practical Nursing
Ford City, PA
08.1997

Skills

  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Patient Assessment
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Vaccine administration
  • Collecting vitals

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Bayada Home Health
09.2015 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Clarview Nursing And Rehab Center
03.2014 - 10.2015

Licensed Practical Nurse

Allergy And Asthma Clinic Dr H.I. Desai
04.2000 - 10.2013

Registered Nurse - Nursing

Excelsior College

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Lenape School of Practical Nursing

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Amy Graham