Angela Bennett
Florissant,MO
Summary
I aim to secure a responsible position in the nursing field as an RN, where I can effectively enhance and utilize my skills and knowledge.
Healthcare professionals are equipped for nursing roles, offering significant experience in patient care and medical procedures. Dedicated to teamwork and ensuring favorable patient results, flexible in response to evolving healthcare demands. Proficient in evaluating patients, developing care plans, and maintaining medical records, all while demonstrating a caring attitude.
I am a committed and diligent nurse with experience in the healthcare field. Supervisors, peers, and faculty acknowledge me for my teamwork, strong critical thinking abilities, and dedication to patients. From a young age, I have felt a deep connection to nursing. I find joy and satisfaction in caring for patients and their families, fostering hope and encouragement, and being present to listen when they need someone. I am joyful, and my smile is a blessing to those around me. I have shifted my career plans and decided to further and grow my career in psychiatry, as I've always had an interest in the field.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Staff Educator
NHC Maryland Heights
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted with onboarding new staff members, providing orientation and support.
- Participated in team-building activities to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
- Teach CPR BLS training for license personnel.
- Teach and prepare nursing assistants to succeed as certified nurse assistants and empower them to thrive in the nursing field.
- Maintain health records for all employees.
RN Charge Nurse
NHC of Maryland Heights
03.2005 - Current
- Medication administration
- Gtube care, trach care, and Full body assessments
- Giving treatments
- Infection control
- Patient & family education
- Diabetes management
- Wound care
- Oxygen therapy
- TB skin tests, Coumadin therapy/ INR testing
- Hospice/ Respite care
- Supervising CNAs among others
RN Floor Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided effective patient education, ensuring understanding of medical conditions and treatment protocols for better self-management.
- Utilized Epic software to document nursing assessments, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Oversee medications and treatments. Manage insulin and IV medications while monitoring patient responses to identify issues.
- Inform patients and the community regarding health conditions.
- Wound management: Oversee wounds and prevent infections.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2024
Associates of Science - Registered Nurse
Brown Mackie College
Fenton, Mo03.2017
Diploma - Lpn
St. Louis College of Health Careers
Fenton, Mo01.2009
Skills
- Expertise in Digital Charting
- Hands-On Rehabilitation Floor Experience
- Proficient in CPR and First Aid
- Administering injection and medications
- Catheter Care and Removal Skills
- Culturally Sensitive Care
- HIPAA Compliance Knowledge
- JCAHO Compliance Standards
- Blood Specimen Collection
- Efficient Patient Documentation
- Educating patient and family
- Prioritization Skills
- Strong knowledge of infection control
- Comprehensive Patient Assessments
- Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity
- Oxygen concentrator maintenance/oxygen therapy and tracheostomy care
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patient's conditions
- Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Complex problem solving
Certification
- CPR certificate/First Aid certificate
- Missouri LPN license
- Missouri RN license
Careerchronology
- RN Charge Nurse, NHC of Maryland Heights, 03/01/05, current, Medication administration., G-tube care, trach care, and full body assessments., Giving treatments., Infection control., Patient & family education., Diabetes management., Wound care., Oxygen therapy., TB skin tests, Coumadin therapy/INR testing., Hospice/Respite care., Supervising CNAs among others.
- LPN Charge Nurse, Village North, 01/01/14, 03/01/15, Administer prescribed medications, start IV meds or fluids, noting time and amounts on patient charts., Provide basic patient care or treatments, such as obtaining vital signs, dressing wounds, and performing catheterization.
Careerfocus
My objective is to obtain a responsible role in the field of nursing as a RN where my skills and knowledge can be enhanced and utilized effectively. I am a dedicated, hardworking nurse with healthcare experience. I am recognized by supervisors, peers and faculty for team orientation, high level critical thinking skill and commitment to patients. Nursing has been my calling since I was a little girl. Its gives me joy and satisfaction to care for patients and their families, to foster hope and encouragement and to be there to listen to them when they need someone. I have a cheerful spirit and my smile is a gift to others.
Timeline
RN Staff Educator
NHC Maryland Heights
05.2022 - Current
RN Floor Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
01.2017 - 08.2017
RN Charge Nurse
NHC of Maryland Heights
03.2005 - Current
Diploma - Lpn
St. Louis College of Health Careers
Master of Science - Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associates of Science - Registered Nurse
Brown Mackie College