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Amanda Lizer, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

Georgetown

Summary

Motivated Nurse Practitioner with a passion for emergency medicine. Proven ability to diagnose and treat diverse conditions, enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication. Skilled in emergency care and critical thinking, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse-practitioner

TeamHealth
04.2024 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
  • Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.

Nurse Practitioner

Urgent Care Centers of Kentucky
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
  • Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
  • Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.

Charge Nurse

Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 07.2023
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.

Charge Nurse

Lifepoint Health
06.2017 - 10.2021
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development of best practices within the department.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing efficiency of patient care coordination.

Staff Nurse

University of Kentucky Medical Center
06.2011 - 06.2017
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
05-2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
05-2011

Skills

  • Patient education
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Direct patient care
  • Diagnosis and treatment
  • Emergency care
  • Laceration repair
  • Foreign body removal
  • Patient-centered care
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Board Certified


  • Basic Cardiac Life Support


  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support


  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support


  • National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification

Timeline

Nurse-practitioner

TeamHealth
04.2024 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

Urgent Care Centers of Kentucky
07.2023 - 03.2024

Charge Nurse

Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 07.2023

Charge Nurse

Lifepoint Health
06.2017 - 10.2021

Staff Nurse

University of Kentucky Medical Center
06.2011 - 06.2017

Master of Science - Nursing

Indiana Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Kentucky

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