Stacey Amandola
Forbes Road
Summary
Well-qualified skilled licensed practical nurse with 25 + years experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization, and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
School Nurse
11.2012 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments to students in accordance with healthcare protocols.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to identify student health needs.
- Collaborated with educators to develop health education programs for students.
- Managed student health records and maintained confidentiality per regulatory standards.
- Provided first aid and emergency care during school hours and events.
- Trained staff on recognizing and responding to student health issues effectively.
- Implemented wellness initiatives to promote healthy lifestyle choices among students.
- Coordinated with parents and healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care for students.
LPN
Redstone Highlands
03.2000 - Current
- Continued assessments, BGM, wound care, dementia care and medication administration.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Outpatient Nurse
Aya Healthcare
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Led patient care initiatives, enhancing quality of service and patient satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented efficient nursing protocols, improving workflow and reducing wait times.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Conducted patient assessments and triage, ensuring timely interventions and effective treatment strategies.
- Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems, enhancing accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
LPN
Select Specialty Hospital
03.2001 - 10.2012
- LTAC- Trach/Vent patients, hemodialysis pt, BGM, wound care, TPN, Tube feedings, ongoing assessments
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
LPN
Golden Heights Personal Care Home
07.1999 - 03.2000
- Ongoing assessments, blood glucose monitoring, wound care and charting, medication administration.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science of Nursing
WESTMORELAND COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Youngwood, PA05.1999
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Documentation accuracy
- Family communication
- Preventive care
- Outpatient care
- Pediatric care
- Home health care
- Dementia knowledge and care
Timeline
Outpatient Nurse
Aya Healthcare
08.2025 - 11.2025
LPN
School Nurse
11.2012 - Current
LPN
Select Specialty Hospital
03.2001 - 10.2012
LPN
Redstone Highlands
03.2000 - Current
LPN
Golden Heights Personal Care Home
07.1999 - 03.2000
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science of Nursing
WESTMORELAND COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE