Amber Levandoski
Apollo
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with strong skills in patient assessment, medication administration, and care coordination. Committed to promoting patient education and enhancing care quality through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
Pittsburgh
07.2021 - Current
- Recorded patient care and condition changes accurately in electronic data systems.
- Administered prescribed medications punctually and precisely to ensure compliance.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Communicated important updates to registered nurses and physicians regarding patient status.
- Provided instructions on durable medical equipment usage for enhanced home care.
- Collaborated with social workers and therapists to assess needs and adjust care plans.
- Utilized community resources to secure additional support services for clients.
- Promoted continuity of care by sharing relevant information with all involved healthcare providers.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
Murrysville
05.2021 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care aligned with physicians' directives and nursing standards.
- Educated patients on personalized disease prevention and management strategies.
- Administered prescribed medications, recording times and amounts in patient charts.
- Monitored respiration activity, blood pressure, and glucose levels post-medication.
- Ensured precise clinical documentation in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated patient status concerns to supervisors and case managers.
Licensed Practical Nurse
MyAgency Senior Presbyterian Care
Oakmont
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and treatment options.
- Trained new staff on protocols and quality care practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and treatment responses.
- Supervised CNAs and staff while providing coaching and support.
- Monitored vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and initiated IV fluids.
- Managed patient records to ensure confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
CNA/Licensed Practical Nurse
Quality Life Services - Apollo
Apollo
12.2004 - 11.2020
- Administered medications and initiated intravenous fluids, documenting details in patient charts.
- Monitored respiration, blood pressure, and glucose levels following medical interventions.
- Managed emergency situations promptly per established protocols.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans to enhance health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices to promote adherence.
- Communicated patient status and concerns to nursing supervisors for timely interventions.
- Ensured accurate clinical documentation in electronic medical record system.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient care standards.
Education
Certificate of Nursing - Nursing
Lenape Practical School of Nursing
Kittanning, PA09-2009
High School Diploma -
Lenape Technical School
Ford City, PA06-2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Tracheostomy care
- Mechanical ventilation management
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Staff training and delegation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Leadership skills
- Pediatric healthcare expertise
- Test result interpretation
- Chronic disease management
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
MyAgency Senior Presbyterian Care
02.2024 - 04.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Services
07.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dedicated Nursing Associates, Inc.
05.2021 - Current
CNA/Licensed Practical Nurse
Quality Life Services - Apollo
12.2004 - 11.2020
Certificate of Nursing - Nursing
Lenape Practical School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Lenape Technical School