I am currently looking for a part time position, not only to supplement my income, but to provide new experiences and allow me to learn new skills and meet new people
I am working three days per week and have open availability the other four
Amanda Joseph
Laurel,DE
Summary
Accomplished nursing leader with a proven track record, enhancing patient outcomes through expert care planning and compassionate advocacy. Skilled in medication administration, providing great patient care with compassion, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, I've significantly improved care standards and staff development, with emphasis on infection control, clinical assessment, providing team support, and patient advocacy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Medical Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Director of Nursing
Harrison Senior Living
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and offering tailored professional development opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Genesis HealthCare
02.2018 - 07.2022
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop efficient care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Served as a role model for nursing staff by demonstrating exceptional clinical skills, ethical behavior, and commitment to continuous learning.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
DE12-2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR systems
- Complex Problem-solving
- Chronic disease management
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Medical Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Director of Nursing
Harrison Senior Living
10.2022 - 08.2024
Assistant Director of Nursing
Genesis HealthCare
02.2018 - 07.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
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