Amanda Kintner
Lynchburg,VA
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
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Centra Health EDO/2D2
12.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Centra Health
06.2021 - 12.2021
- 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.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Centra Health EDO
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Centra Health EDO
10.2008 - 07.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
Certified Nursing Assistant, Long Term Care
Centra Health Guggenheimer Skilled Care
04.2006 - 10.2008
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Centra Health School of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA05.2019
Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Assessment
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Evidence-Based Practices
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Centra Health EDO/2D2
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Urgent Care
Centra Health
06.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Centra Health EDO
07.2019 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Centra Health EDO
10.2008 - 07.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant, Long Term Care
Centra Health Guggenheimer Skilled Care
04.2006 - 10.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Centra Health School of Nursing