Amanda Breitkreutz

Deliver high-quality nursing education using diverse, student-centered teaching methods (lectures, labs, case studies, simulations, and field placements) Design and develop curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to support student learning and competency development Evaluate student performance and provide timely, detailed, and constructive feedback

Nursing Instructor at Vancouver Community College (2026-01 – Present)

• Deliver high-quality nursing education using diverse, student-centered teaching methods (lectures, labs, case studies, simulations, and field placements)
• Design and develop curriculum, instructional materials, and assessments to support student learning and competency development
• Evaluate student performance and provide timely, detailed, and constructive feedback
• Provide academic advising, tutorials, and career guidance to support student success
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and respectful learning environment
• Oversee the safe and effective use of classrooms, laboratories, and clinical equipment
• Collaborate with faculty and college leadership on curriculum development, program planning, and institutional initiatives
• Uphold college policies, professional standards, and confidentiality requirements

Home Care Nurse – Quick Response Team & PSS+ Team at VCH (Vancouver Coastal Health) (2020-01 – Present)

• Provide comprehensive assessments and nursing care for clients transitioning home after complex or prolonged hospital stays and for clients with frequent ED presentations
• Deliver skilled interventions including phlebotomy, wound and ostomy care, catheter care, medication administration, and focused assessments
• Develop individualized care plans supporting client independence and aligning with "Home is Best" policy
• Offer palliative on-call support, advising clients and families on symptom management, escalation pathways, and health teaching
• Lead educational initiatives within the PSS+ team and orient new staff to community nursing roles

Public Health Nurse at Robert & Lily Lee Family Health Centre, VCH (2021-02 – 2022-02)

• Supported families with infants and children (0–5 years) through universal and targeted health promotion programs
• Provided breastfeeding support, infant/child wellness assessments, contraceptive counselling, and immunization services
• Delivered public health education on child development, safety, and family wellbeing
• Participated in COVID-19 operations including vaccine clinic leadership and contact tracing

Clinic Nurse & Team Lead at Coverdale Infusion Clinic (2018-01 – 2020-01)

• Coordinated care for clients receiving biologic therapies for autoimmune conditions within an interdisciplinary team
• Initiated IVs, conducted patient interviews, collaborated with specialists/pharmacists, and administered infusion therapies
• Monitored clients for adverse reactions, performed phlebotomy, processed laboratory specimens, and managed clinic workflow and inventory
• Provided patient teaching on medications, disease processes, and lifestyle modifications
• Supported research activities including patient enrolment, informed consent, and investigational drug monitoring

Occupational Health Nurse at Lifemark Health Group (2018-01 – 2021-01)

• Delivered independent community-based nursing services including health assessments, biometric screenings, and vaccinations
• Provided emergency response, health counselling, and detailed documentation for corporate and community settings

Registered Nurse (Long-Term Care) at Arbutus Care Centre (2018-01 – 2019-01)

• Provided holistic nursing care including physical/mental assessments, medication administration, wound care, NG care, and specimen collection
• Led interdisciplinary collaboration and assisted in developing and updating resident care plans
• Offered RN ward management and supported staff to ensure high-quality resident care

RN – Seasonal Flu Vaccine Program at Medisys (2018-01 – 2018-12)

• Delivered mobile vaccination clinics across workplaces and offices
• Conducted assessments, administered vaccines, provided education, and managed emergency responses as required

Registered Nurse – Eating Disorders Program at BC Children's Hospital (2018-04 – 2018-08)

• Provided medical and therapeutic support to youth with eating disorders and concurrent mental health conditions
• Completed medication administration (all routes), NG insertions/feeds, physical and mental status assessments, and meal support

Employed Student Nurse – Mother & Child Unit at Vernon Jubilee Hospital (2017-06 – 2017-09)

• Provided pediatric and maternity care for newborns to adolescents
• Gained experience with respiratory conditions, chronic illnesses, and perioperative care
• Completed IV starts, oxygen therapy, NG insertions, medication administration, and wound care
• Documented using PEWS and collaborated on individualized care planning

Home Support Worker at Private Care (2016-01 – 2018-01)

• Assisted with ADLs, iADLs, hygiene, mobility, and monitoring vital signs
• Documented client status and supported safe, client-centred care

Advanced Certificate in Innovations in Teaching and Learning (1/3 Master's Program) – University of Calgary (2025)

Advanced Certificate in Healthcare Innovations and Design (2/3 Master's Program) – University of Calgary (2026)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) in Nursing – University of British Columbia Okanagan (2014-01 – 2018-01)

Certificate in Pediatric Theory 1 (NSPE 7100) – BCIT (2017)

Certificate in Contraceptive Management in Reproductive Health – BCIT (2020)

Certificate in Breastfeeding for Healthcare Providers – Douglas College (2020)