Amanda Ford

Experienced in providing psychiatric care and mental health support. Utilizes therapeutic communication and evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes. Strong understanding of mental health disorders and effective treatment strategies.

PRN Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit at HCA Healthcare (2025-07 – Present)

• Monitor post-operative patients, assess vital signs, manage IV therapy, and provide patient education
• Communicate changes in patient condition to providers and ensure patient comfort and safety

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Intern at A Helping Hand (2026-04 – 2026-06)

Graduate-level clinician providing supervised psychiatric care across the lifespan through both telehealth and in-person appointments, managing a daily caseload of 10 to 12 patients. Conducts comprehensive mental health assessments, utilizes Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders criteria for diagnosis, and develops evidence-based treatment plans. Assists with medication management, psychotherapy interventions, and patient education, including administering Spravato treatments under supervision.

Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, maintains accurate clinical documentation, and demonstrates strong clinical reasoning, communication, and patient-centered care skills.

Travel and Per Diem Registered Nurse, PACU, ICU, and Critical Care Roles at Multiple Facilities Nationwide (2016-01 – 2025-02)

• Delivered high acuity care across PACU and ICU settings including ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, medication administration, and post-operative recovery
• Provided care during COVID response efforts including ICU, vaccination sites, triage, and testing operations
• Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and leadership across diverse healthcare systems

Master of Science in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Walden University (2026-05)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Union University (2015-12)

Bachelor of Science in Health Science – Tennessee State University (2013-12)