Amanda Bruan
Myrtle Beach
Summary
Multi-state licensed skilled Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor experienced leading unit staff and improving operations with team approach. Skilled at overseeing patient care, performing checks, and documenting actions. Excels at staff scheduling in dynamic, changing environments. Looking to relocated to Myrtle Beach SC.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
ResCare Residential Services
Mount Orab
07.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated residents and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Perkins Country Manor
Augusta
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated residents and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sunrise nursing care
Amelia
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated residents and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
Education
General Education Diploma
Cincinnati, OHLPN - Nursing
BCACC
Williamsburg, OHSkills
- Administering medications
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Care plan development
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor
ResCare Residential Services
07.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sunrise nursing care
08.2024 - 12.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Perkins Country Manor
05.2024 - 06.2025
General Education Diploma
LPN - Nursing
BCACC