ANDREW PANNELLA
Florence
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with over 14 years of diverse experience, consistently pursuing opportunities to enhance nursing skills and knowledge. Known for professionalism, dependability, and the ability to achieve high performance with minimal supervision. A unique blend of creativity and critical thinking fosters exceptional patient care, ensuring each individual receives personalized attention. Committed to patient advocacy and takes pride in providing safe, fulfilling care amidst competing demands and challenges.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Pre-Op/PACU
Central Ohio Urology Group Surgery Center
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Prepare patients for urological procedures and surgeries under general anesthesia.
- Admission procedures, pre-operative and post-operative assessments including vital sign, cardiac, neurological, and pain monitoring until patients were stable enough for discharge.
- Pre-operative calls to educate patients prior to arrival and make sure all pre admission testing has been performed.
- Post-operative calls to assess patient progress and well-being.
- Administered patient medications and monitored responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare patients for procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Educated patients on post-operative care, promoting adherence to recovery protocols.
- Managed patient documentation using electronic health record systems for accurate data tracking.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions, ensuring timely intervention and care adjustments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Treating patients with acute physician rehabilitation needs ranging from orthopedic surgeries, strokes, heart attacks, motor vehicle accidents, and debility and weakness from acute or chronic illnesses.
- Medication administration (oral and intravenous), Head to toe physician assessments, Admissions assessments Taking and transcribing orders from physicians.
- Occasionally filling in as charge nurse or house supervisor.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of treatment protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Trained staff on advanced medical equipment usage, increasing operational efficiency within the unit.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans based on clinical assessments and feedback from healthcare teams.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Concentric Healthcare Solutions
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Local Contract Registry Nurse
- Medical Surgical, Neurological, Acute Physical Rehabilitation, Behavioral Health/Psychiatric, Substance Abuse Rehabilitation
Recovery Care Coordinator / Case Manager
Amedisys Healthcare and Holding LLC
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Coordinated patient care through the "Hospital at Home" program which provided patients with advanced home health services, allowing them to finish their acute-care hospital stay at home.
- Patients were sent home via medical transport with a smart tablet and vital signs equipment.
- I coordinated in-home nursing care visits with medical personnel, equipment and pharmaceutical vendors, and scheduling video conferences with the physician to assist patients in their healing process.
- Coordinate referrals and resources for patients and caregivers.
- Work with patients and clinical teams to coordinate continued hospital care at home.
- Pitch program to patients and educate them about home recovery care and telehealth.
- Monitor patients to ensure they are receiving the care they need.
- Identify and address barriers to care.
- Develop and implement care by coordinating nursing care, medications, therapies, etc.
- Identify trends and challenges in the healthcare system and develop solutions.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient satisfaction and reduced delays in care delivery.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust care strategies accordingly.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to protocols.
- Analyzed patient feedback data to identify trends, driving initiatives for service enhancement.
- Collaborated with external providers to streamline referrals and improve continuity of care for patients.
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, facilitating referrals and collaboration on behalf of patients.
Registered Nurse Contract (Local Traveler)
Banner Staffing Services
03.2019 - 07.2022
- Medical Surgical, Orthopedic Surgery, Diabetic/Liver/Kidney, Bariatric Surgery, Neuro/Physical Rehabilitation, Substance Abuse/Detox/Rehabilitation
- Facilities:
- Banner University Medical Center Phoenix (Level 1 Trauma Hospital)
- Thunderbird Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Hospital)
- Banner Desert Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Hospital)
- Banner Estrella Medical Center (Level 2 Trauma Hospital)
Registered Nurse Contract (Local Traveler)
Prolink Staffing
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Med/Surg, Neurology, Liver/Kidney Transplant
- Facilities:
- Banner University Medical Center - (Tucson, AZ)
Registered Nurse Contract (Local Traveler)
Concentric Healthcare Solutions
10.2012 - 03.2018
- Medical Surgical, Tele, Neuro, LTAC, Physical Rehabilitation, Substance Abuse/Detox/Rehabilitation
- Facilities:
- Dignity/Barrows St. Joseph's Hospital and Rehabilitation Center (Phoenix, AZ)
- Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital (Glendale, AZ)
- Tempe St Luke's (Tempe, AZ)
- Arizona Department of Corrections Clinical Services (Florence & Buckeye)
Registered Nurse (Traveler)
Supplemental Healthcare Staffing
12.2015 - 01.2017
- Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, Long Term Acute Care (LTAC)
- Facilities:
- Cornerstone Healthcare Group (Tucson, AZ)
- Green Valley Hospital (Green Valley, AZ)
- Kindred Hospital (Tucson, AZ)
Education
RN-BSN -
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2025
RN-ADN - undefined
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ01.2012
AGS - undefined
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ01.2007
Skills
- Proficient in various EMR applications
- Optimal Time Utilization/Organization
- Team management and de-escalation
- Adaptable to changing circumstances
- Self-Motivated and Self Disciplined
- Team-Oriented/Flexible/Open-Minded
- Care for Diverse Acuity Levels/Patient Demographics
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration expertise
- Ensure superior customer satisfaction
- Previous Sales Experience
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- NCSBN ID: 22023862
- Arizona State Board of Nursing #RN174025 – Expires 2028-04-01
- BLS Expires 2027-06-08
- ACLS Expires 2027-08-19
- Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card Expires 2028-12-12
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Registered Nurse Pre-Op/PACU
Central Ohio Urology Group Surgery Center
02.2025 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse
Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2023 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
Concentric Healthcare Solutions
02.2023 - 04.2024
Recovery Care Coordinator / Case Manager
Amedisys Healthcare and Holding LLC
08.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse Contract (Local Traveler)
Banner Staffing Services
03.2019 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse Contract (Local Traveler)
Prolink Staffing
10.2017 - 03.2018
Registered Nurse (Traveler)
Supplemental Healthcare Staffing
12.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse Contract (Local Traveler)
Concentric Healthcare Solutions
10.2012 - 03.2018
RN-ADN - undefined
Central Arizona College
AGS - undefined
Central Arizona College
RN-BSN -
Capella University
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