Mandy Chamberlain
Eagle Mountain,Utah
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Adjunct Instructor with a proven track record at Joyce University, excelling in student mentoring and clinical instruction. Adept at patient assessment and compliance with safety protocols, I foster a collaborative learning environment that enhances student outcomes and promotes evidence-based practice in nursing education.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Joyce University
Salt Lake City , UT
06.2022 - Current
- Guided 8-12 nursing students in clinical hospital settings across various specialties.
- Monitored student compliance with safety protocols and HIPAA regulations.
- Evaluated assignments through Canvas and provided support on assessments and care plans.
- Facilitated discussions on treatment modalities to enhance student understanding of patient care.
- Created post-conference content based on student experiences throughout the day. These could be based on mental health needs, study guide assistance, and a hot wash of emergency situations.
School Nurse and Immunization Nurse
Utah County Health Department
Eagle Mountain, UT
08.2015 - Current
- Provided health-related care to students per state, county, and district guidelines.
- Conducted annual health and vision screenings, reporting findings to state officials.
- Tracked vaccination compliance and exemptions in each school using USIIS records.
- Developed and updated individualized health plans for students with medical needs.
- Trained all school staff in first aid, OSHA protocols, and emergency response procedures.
- Educated new nurses on district policies and the Skyward system for reporting.
- Counseled clients on immunization practices following CDC and ACIP guidelines.
- Collaborated with local Health Department to monitor outbreaks and respond to community inquiries.
- Attended professional development conferences related to pediatric nursing topics.
- Provided resources and referrals to families concerning community healthcare services.
- Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
- Assisted in the management of communicable diseases among students.
- Organized health awareness activities throughout the year such as flu shot clinics.
- Instructed classes on nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
- Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
- Reviewed and updated existing protocols for various health-related topics such as allergies or asthma attacks.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students.
- Investigated incidents of abuse or neglect reported by faculty members or other staff members.
- Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
- Coordinated with outside medical providers regarding student care.
- Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for providing quality care to students.
- Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Counseled and educated students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues.
- Conducted formal and informal evaluations of medical conditions and developed accurate medical summaries on students.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
- Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
- Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
- Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
- Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Changed dressings on wounds.
- Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Conducted immunization programs and sight and hearing testing.
- Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed individual risk factors before administering vaccines according to guidelines set forth by CDC or other governing bodies.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving patient outcomes.
- Provided immunizations to patients in accordance with established protocols and standards.
- Ordered necessary supplies for administering vaccines such as needles and syringes.
- Educated patients on the importance of receiving vaccinations as well as potential side effects.
- Inspected vaccine storage units regularly to ensure proper temperature control was maintained.
- Assisted in developing plans for outreach activities related to vaccination programs.
- Ensured that all staff members were up-to-date on their own immunizations prior to working with patients.
- Attended meetings related to public health initiatives or new developments in the field of immunization medicine.
- Maintained accurate records of all immunizations administered within facility database systems.
- Prepared reports summarizing statistical data related to vaccination trends within a given population group.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws regarding immunization administration.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as vaccines or biohazardous waste.
- Monitored patient reactions to vaccinations, reported any adverse reactions to physicians and documented findings.
- Participated in public health initiatives designed to increase awareness about the benefits of vaccinations.
- Administered flu and immunizations.
- Performed assessments for each individual case to determine best fit for materials and services.
- Identified unusual issues, cluster infections and known pathogens on patient records, ensuring that outbreaks were remedied in timely fashion.
- Provided patients with post-discharge follow-up and recommended available counseling programs.
- Entered client records in centralized database for progress tracking.
- Tasked with identifying unusual issues, cluster infections, and known pathogens on patient records, ensuring outbreaks were remedied quickly.
Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Provo College of Nursing
Provo, UT
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Guided 8-12 nursing students in clinical hospital settings across Mother/Baby, Labor/Delivery, NICU, and Pediatric floors.
- Assisted with care plan writing and educated on skills and processes relevant to each unit.
- Conducted regular assessments of student performance within clinical adjunct instructor program.
- Maintained comprehensive records of student academic performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Provided timely feedback and guidance on student academic progress to enhance learning outcomes.
- Instructed on proper use of medical equipment and patient care techniques.
- Participated in faculty meetings to discuss strategies for improving student outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Maxim Home Health
Salt Lake City, Utah
08.2014 - 12.2016
- Provided pediatric tracheostomy and ventilator care, ensuring optimal patient support.
- Managed feeding tubes and central lines to maintain patient health.
- Administered medications via oral, rectal, topical, and feeding tube routes, tracking dosages accurately.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and maintained equipment per health plan protocols.
- Documented patient progress notes in electronic medical records with precision and confidentiality.
- Trained new RNs on hospital policies, standards of care, and best practices for patient management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs and recovery progress while delivering emotional support to patients and families.
Registered Nurse
Harmony Home Health
Draper, UT
02.2012 - 06.2013
- Delivered comprehensive pediatric tracheostomy and ventilator care for diverse patient needs.
- Managed feeding tubes and central lines, ensuring optimal function and safety.
- Administered medications via oral, rectal, topical, and feeding tube routes, monitoring for side effects.
- Assessed patients and maintained equipment according to health plan protocols.
- Documented patient progress in electronic medical records accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained compliance with healthcare regulations while providing education to patients and families.
- Evaluated intervention effectiveness through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Case Management
Post University
Waterbury, CT11-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Provo College
Provo, UT01.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Provo College
Provo08.2011
Associate of Science - General education
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT05.2009
Skills
- Proficient in the use of computer databases as required for the job setting, including Skyward, eClinicalWorks, USIIS, Travax, CDC website, Outlook, Gmail, and its document apps
- I have a knowledge base of disease processes, treatments, and signs and symptoms for treatments
- I am confident in working with a team for a more streamlined approach to work
- I am skilled in caring for medically fragile patients and have knowledge of using assistive devices in school and home settings
- Clinical instruction
- Patient assessment
- Health education
- Safety protocol compliance
- Learning assessment
- Student mentoring
- Teaching excellence
- Clinical reasoning
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical supervision
- Feedback delivery
- Patient care oversight
- Maintaining patient safety standards
- Hands-on clinical instruction
- Student support
- Managing student schedules
- Student records management
- Self-reflection
References
- Charles, DeJournett, Retired Fire Captain, 801-367-9781, Unified Fire Authority
- Cori, Anderson, Floor Educator/Registered Nurse, 801-372-0178, Intermountain Hospital
- Micki, Oliver, Registered Nurse, 801-787-8671, Alpine School District
- Melissa, Sandgren, Immunizations Supervisor, 801-830-9398
- Joni, Elliot, 801-602-9639, Casper Wyoming Hospital medical floor
- Brittany, Olsen, Case Manager/ Registered Nurse, 801-380-1769, Mountain star Healthcare
Affiliations
- Member of Utah School Nurse Association
- Member of Utah Nurses Association
- Member of the National School Nurses Association
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year 2020
- Employee of the Quarter 2022
Certification
- BSN License since 2015- current
- Stop the Bleed Instructor- 2023
- CPR instructor, Red Cross- Current
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Joyce University
06.2022 - Current
Clinical Adjunct Instructor
Provo College of Nursing
08.2017 - 07.2021
School Nurse and Immunization Nurse
Utah County Health Department
08.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Maxim Home Health
08.2014 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse
Harmony Home Health
02.2012 - 06.2013
Master of Science - Nursing Case Management
Post University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Provo College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Provo College
Associate of Science - General education
Utah Valley University
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