Amanda Bruza
Nanticoke
Summary
Wide range of experience throughout the field of nursing. Highly motivated to continue education and gain knowledge to apply to practice. Extremely flexible and willing to accept new changes. Strong desire to help others and constantly improve self. Cooperative and understanding of needs of others and his/her families.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse/Health Coordinator
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
Nanticoke
02.2017 - Current
- Performed mandatory health screenings and assessments for elementary, middle school, and high school students.
- Administered medications and assisted with management of special health care needs, including asthma, diabetes, and allergies.
- Documented all student interaction. Initiated parental contact and referral to additional school personnel as appropriate.
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports as well as medication and immunization records.
- Assisted with budgeting tasks associated with managing program funds effectively, such as ordering the nursing supplies for the district.
- Administered first aid and medical treatment to students and staff.
- Collaborated with teachers to manage student health plans effectively.
- Ensured that HIPAA compliance regulations were adhered to.
- Referred students and/or parents to specialized health resources and community agencies.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Investigated incidents of abuse or neglect reported by faculty members or other staff members.
- Organized health awareness activities throughout the year such as flu shot clinics and blood drives.
Nurse Auditor
Veritas
Wilkes Barre
10.2010 - Current
- Reviewed medical claims to detect unlawful or incorrect Medicare payments.
- Communicated results and findings.
- Presented audit findings and identified opportunities within the organization for training.
- Performed audits specifically targeting and evaluating procedural diagnosis code selection.
- Evaluate medication records for inaccurate information or missing documentation.
- Examine physician notes to verify paperwork was signed.
Scrub/Circulating Nurse
Wilkes Barre General Hospital
Wilkes Barre
01.2010 - 10.2010
- Took patient information and updated charts and files.
- Prepared patients for surgical procedures .
- Provided postoperative care support and education.
- Ensured all equipment was functioning properly, laid out tools, stocked supplies, and passed instruments during procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by maintaining sterile environment.
- Administered medications and monitored IVs.
- Collected specimens for preoperative testing.
- Followed hospital protocols, regulations, and infection control procedures.
- Perform assessments, take vital signs, and chart patient conditions and physician instructions.
- Prepared operating room for patient procedures and assisted with clean up after procedures.
- Ensured proper positioning of patients on the operating table before beginning surgical procedure.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Special Care
Wilkes Barre
05.2009 - 02.2010
- Adjusted effectively to alterations in circumstances and priorities; recommended solutions for improvement.
- Analyzed records data and reports in order to identify health care needs and deliver optimum patient care.
- Applied clinical expertise in wound care, intravenous therapy, ventilation care, catheterization, and pain management techniques.
- Built cooperative relationship and rapport with patients and actively sought information to understand issues, needs, and expectations.
- Clearly communicated with supervisors, health care providers, patients, and family members about patient needs and progress.
- Demonstrated safe and responsible use of equipment; maintained infection control and safety measures with every single patient contact.
- Evaluated emergency situations and started appropriate nursing interventions.
- Facilitated the integration and coordination of care between various health care services.
- Maintained positive relationships and communication with team members.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership and Organizational Management -
Grantham University
Little Rock, AR, United States03-2022
Master of Science - Education
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT, United States01-2020
Certification - School Nurse
Gannon University
01-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Misericordia University
01-2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
01-2009
High School Diploma -
Greater Nanticoke Area
01-2007
Skills
- Highly motivated
- Open-minded and willing to learn from peers
- Excellent organization skills
- Task oriented and strong sense of awareness to details
- Empathetic and compassionate to help feel at ease
- Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex procedures and conditions
Timeline
School Nurse/Health Coordinator
Greater Nanticoke Area School District
02.2017 - Current
Nurse Auditor
Veritas
10.2010 - Current
Scrub/Circulating Nurse
Wilkes Barre General Hospital
01.2010 - 10.2010
Registered Nurse
Mercy Special Care
05.2009 - 02.2010
Master of Science - Education
Western Governors University
Certification - School Nurse
Gannon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Misericordia University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
High School Diploma -
Greater Nanticoke Area
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership and Organizational Management -
Grantham University