Amanda Mervin
Lehighton
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Human Touch Home Health Care
04.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and support.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and preventive health practices.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Conducted assessments to identify changes in patient conditions, reporting findings promptly to healthcare providers.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe healthcare environment for patients and staff.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during challenging health situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Administered medications and monitor fetal heart rates using advanced equipment.
- Educated expectant mothers on childbirth processes and postpartum care.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
06.2012 - 02.2019
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored junior nurses on best practices in patient care, enhancing team performance and knowledge transfer.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information accurately, enhancing communication among care providers.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition to facilitate timely interventions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05-2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Care planning
- Diabetes management
- Cardiac care
- Hospice and palliative care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Human Touch Home Health Care
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
02.2019 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
06.2012 - 02.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
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