Angela Anderson
Springfield,TN
Summary
Accomplished Nurse with a proven track record at Vanderbilt Medical Center, demonstrating exceptional patient care and management skills. Excelled in medication administration and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Mentored nursing staff, showcasing strong clinical judgment and leadership.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Flow Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2001 - 05.2024
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2001 - 05.2024
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Collaborated with ancillary departments such as Pharmacy and Laboratory services to ensure seamless coordination in addressing patients'' needs during hospitalization.
- Mentored new nurses, facilitating smooth transition into their roles while fostering teamwork and professional growth.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare team members, utilizing electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and information sharing.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff members, recognizing individual strengths while providing constructive feedback for ongoing professional development.
- Managed complex caseloads, prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to optimize patient care delivery on the surgical floor.
Registered Nurse
St Thomas Hospital
06.1987 - 09.2001
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KYAssociate of Science - Nursing
Aquinas College
Nashville, TNSkills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Family Education
- Surgical care
- Treatment Planning
- Intake and discharge
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Accomplishments
Patient Flow Nursing - Worked to develop the flow of critical patients through the medical process from admission to discharge with optimal outcomes and patient safety. Decreased the hours of patient care by instruction and patient planning to ensure a discharge with less risk of readmission. Educated patients and family on self care at home with trachs, drains, wound care, picc lines, and other critical needs.
Certification
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
Patient Flow Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2001 - 05.2024
Charge Nurse, Surgical Floor
Vanderbilt Medical Center
09.2001 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse
St Thomas Hospital
06.1987 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Science - Health Care Administration
Western Kentucky University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Aquinas College