ANGELA BOLES
Lake Park,IA
Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse with a Compact License and Minnesota License, experienced in care coordination, complex case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional patient care while utilizing critical thinking skills to assess and intervene in complex situations. Adept at developing, overseeing, and implementing personalized care plans for diverse populations, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective healthcare outcomes. Extensive expertise in patient assessment, care planning, compliance monitoring, and provider collaboration. Strong leadership abilities with guiding care teams, training staff, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and contract policies. Proficient in electronic medical records (Epic, Meditech, Cerner) and telephonic/digital patient management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pre-Anesthesia Call Center, PACU
Avera McKennan
05.2024 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation in the electronic medical record according to established standards
- Prepared patients for examinations, operations, and treatments
- Instructed patients on how to get ready for surgical procedures, where to go the day of surgery, and what to expect after surgery
- Monitor and update careplans
- Conduct pre-surgical patient assessments
- Telephonic Care Management
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Trinity Health
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and treatments accurately, ensuring optimal patient safety and reducing complications.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
Registered Nurse, ER, PACU, Medical Surgical
Osceola Regional Healthcare
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies
Travel ER Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical
Medical Solutions
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to triage patients accordingly based on their acuity level
- Administered medications as prescribed by medical providers in accordance with hospital policy and procedure
- Educated patients on disease process, self-care management, and discharge planning instructions
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Trinity Health
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent matters effectively
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physicians promptly
- Educated patients on pre-operative and post-operative instructions to promote safety during recovery process
- Demonstrated expertise in administering medications, IV fluids, blood transfusions and other treatments as prescribed by physicians
- Assessed patient's vital signs, pain levels and physical condition post-operatively to ensure safe recovery
Travel Nurse, Pre-op, Post-op, PACU
Atlas Travel
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided direct nursing care to acutely ill patients, including medication administration, wound care, IV therapy management, and other medical treatments
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient-centered care and ensure optimal outcomes
- Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, providing guidance and support to nursing assistants and other support staff
- Adapted to diverse patient populations and healthcare settings, demonstrating flexibility and cultural sensitivity
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Sanford USD Medical Center
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Educated patients regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan including discharge instructions
- Recognized life-threatening situations quickly and responded appropriately by initiating resuscitation measures when necessary
- Facilitated admission process for incoming patients from various hospitals or facilities into the Emergency Department setting
- Administered medications according to physician orders and nursing guidelines
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks
- Served as a Charge Nurse in the Emergency Department
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Spencer Hospital
06.2006 - 04.2021
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions
- Obtained pre-authorization for cardiac rehab patients
- Served one year as president elect on the Iowa Cardiopulmonary board
- Provided care and education to Diabetic patients
- Worked in the Surgical Services department doing pre-op, post-op, PACU
- Utilized critical thinking skills in the Emergency Room
Registered Nurse, PACU, ER, Cardiac Rehabilitation
Lakes Regional Healthcare
12.2004 - 04.2021
- Instructed patients regarding pre-and post-operative care, medication management, and lifestyle modifications
- Assisted physicians with procedures including intubation and extubation of patients
- Provided direct patient care to post-operative patients in a fast paced, high acuity environment
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs according to established protocols
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions by monitoring changes in patient status over time
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Rehab Coordinator
Orange City Area Health System
10.2017 - 06.2020
- Demonstrated expertise in the use of advanced cardiac monitoring systems and other medical equipment
- Collaborated with physicians regarding diagnosis and treatment plans while providing compassionate care
- Maintained accurate documentation according to facility policies and procedures in the electronic health record system
- Monitored vital signs and electrocardiograms to detect changes in heart rate or rhythm
- Care Coordination and Care Management
- Regulatory Compliance with Medicare/Medicaid
Medical Caregiver
MEDLIFE
12.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided compassionate support to patients during difficult times of illness or injury
- Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care in a fast-paced environment
- Worked various role here off and on throughout the years on a PRN basis
- I worked: Cardiac Rehab, ED, surgical Services, Obstetrics-postpartum care, Mental Health, Resource Nurse
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
Orange City, IA12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Lake Community College
Emmetsburg, IA05-2006
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Appointment Scheduling
- EMR Systems: Epic, Cerner, Meditech
- Case Management
- Excellent Communication
- Professionalism
- Experience with utilizing community resources and Provider Collaboration
- Pre authorization
- Utilization Review, Care Plan Management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team coordination
Certification
- Compact Nursing License
- Minnesota Nursing License
Additional Information
Certifications
BLS
PALS
ACLS
TNCC
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Trinity Health
02.2025 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, Pre-Anesthesia Call Center, PACU
Avera McKennan
05.2024 - Current
Travel ER Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical
Medical Solutions
02.2024 - 04.2024
Travel Registered Nurse, PACU
Trinity Health
07.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, ER, PACU, Medical Surgical
Osceola Regional Healthcare
05.2023 - 09.2024
Travel Nurse, Pre-op, Post-op, PACU
Atlas Travel
01.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
Sanford USD Medical Center
03.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Caregiver
MEDLIFE
12.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Rehab Coordinator
Orange City Area Health System
10.2017 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Spencer Hospital
06.2006 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse, PACU, ER, Cardiac Rehabilitation
Lakes Regional Healthcare
12.2004 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northwestern College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Lake Community College
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