Licensed Practical Nurse and Recovery Nurse Manager
Resume:
Amanda L DelleChiaie, LPN
978-***-**** ********@*****.*** License Number: LN87831
SUMMARY
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of nursing experience and a proven track record in leadership, staff development, and addiction treatment services. Skilled in team management, policy development, patient care coordination, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for fostering collaborative work environments, delivering high-quality patient care, and maintaining composure in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. Strong communicator with exceptional organizational, training, and problem-solving abilities. EDUCATION
Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) Gardner, Massachusetts Certificate in Practical Nursing (LPN) 2009 – 2010 EXPERIENCE
Room Nurse August 2025 – Present
Fallon Health Summit Elder Care
• Administer medications and injections in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
• Triage patient phone calls, assess concerns, and coordinate appropriate follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality patient care and positive health outcomes.
Nurse Manager June 2024 – May 2026
The Grove Recovery
• Played an integral role in launching a new women's recovery program providing detoxification and residential treatment services.
• Recruited, hired, onboarded, and trained all nursing staff members.
• Developed and implemented a nursing group curriculum for daily patient education and recovery-focused sessions.
• Managed nursing staff schedules and facilitated monthly team meetings to promote communication, accountability, and professional development.
• Performed routine laboratory procedures, including phlebotomy, and ensured timely reporting of results to physicians.
• Collaborated with physicians, program directors, and leadership teams to develop, implement, and maintain organizational policies and procedures.
• Served as Safety Coordinator, ensuring compliance with safety standards, conducting monthly inspections, maintaining emergency preparedness equipment, and overseeing inventory of first aid and Narcan supplies.
• Promoted a culture of safety, quality care, and continuous improvement throughout the facility. Nurse Manager June 2019 – May 2024
Spring Hill Recovery Center
• Supervised, mentored, and motivated nursing staff to ensure delivery of exceptional patient care and operational excellence.
• Conducted regular staff meetings to communicate departmental updates, address concerns, and encourage team collaboration.
• Utilized clinical expertise and leadership skills to investigate and resolve concerns from staff, physicians, and patients.
• Managed staffing schedules, time-off requests, and staffing coverage to maintain optimal patient care and employee satisfaction.
• Served as a member of the Leadership Team, presenting monthly nursing metrics, analyzing departmental performance, and establishing quality improvement goals.
• Coordinated the Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program, working closely with patients, specialty pharmacies, and physicians to secure medication approvals and ensure timely administration.
• Assisted in developing and maintaining policies and procedures to support regulatory compliance and organizational standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse (Per Diem) April 2023 – June 2024 Charles River Recovery
• Assessed patients' physiological and behavioral health status and contributed to individualized plans of care.
• Identified, reported, and responded appropriately to changes in patient conditions and diagnostic findings.
• Accurately assessed and documented vital signs, pain levels, and treatment responses.
• Maintained comprehensive documentation of patients' psychosocial and medical status.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary treatment teams to support treatment planning and discharge coordination.
• Educated patients on substance use disorders and the importance of ongoing treatment and recovery.
• Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.
• Ensured compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
• Maintained accurate medical records, including medication administration, immunizations, and laboratory results.
• Verified narcotic counts and administered medications according to established protocols.
• Monitored patient responses to medications and reported significant changes to providers.
• Delivered professional, compassionate service while responding promptly to patient and public inquiries. Licensed Practical Nurse September 2012 – April 2016 Genesis Healthcare
• Administered oral, intravenous, and intramuscular medications while monitoring patient responses and outcomes.
• Performed wound care treatments and dressing changes according to established care plans.
• Maintained composure and effectiveness during critical and high-stress situations.
• Collaborated closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to assess patient conditions and implement appropriate interventions.
• Maintained accurate and timely patient records, ensuring continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
• Assisted in managing rapidly changing patient conditions through effective clinical assessment and intervention.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Nursing Leadership & Staff Development
Addiction Medicine & Recovery Services
Detoxification & Residential Treatment
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Policy & Procedure Development
Regulatory Compliance & Safety Management
Staff Scheduling & Workforce Management
Patient Assessment & Care Planning
Phlebotomy & Laboratory Procedures
Quality Improvement Initiatives
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Patient Advocacy & Education
Crisis Management & Problem Solving
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