Angela Dawson
Hot Springs,USA
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with a diverse clinical background in Newborn Nursery, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Medical-Surgical, and Geriatric care. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, electronic charting, and collaborative care with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering high-quality, efficient, and compassionate patient care with strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Vincent’s, Maternal Child
07.2024 - Current
- Currently working across Newborn Nursery, Labor & Delivery, and providing care to postpartum mothers, newborns, and laboring patients.
- Proficient in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and experienced in in-person and phone triage. Assist with the admission, monitoring, and support of laboring patients, coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team.
- Experienced in patient discharges, including education, follow-up planning, and documentation. Serve as a circulating nurse in the OR for cesarean deliveries and OB procedures, maintaining sterility, preparing instruments, and supporting patient safety and comfort.
- Work closely with pediatricians, OB/GYNs, respiratory therapists, anesthesiologists, and lab staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Adaptable and efficient in fast-paced environments with diverse patient populations.
Registered Nurse
National Park Medical Center, Maternal Child
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Worked across Newborn Nursery (including Level II), Labor & Delivery, and Women’s Health units. Proficient in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) and experienced in triage (in-person and phone) and patient discharge.
- Collaborate closely with pediatricians, respiratory therapists, and lab personnel to ensure coordinated, high-quality care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Collected and prepared biological specimens for diagnostic testing.
- Followed treatment and rehabilitation plans to support recovery and improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored and documented changes in patient condition, reporting concerns to supervising providers.
- Provided direct patient care, including vital signs, wound care, catheter management, and medication/IV administration.
- Contributed to improving care quality and documentation processes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
National Park Medical Center, Medical Surgical
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided comprehensive patient care by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing IV fluids.
- Tracked patient responses to treatment, including respiratory activity, blood pressure, and glucose levels.
- Communicated patient status and concerns to physicians and care teams.
- Supported daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and mobility to enhance comfort and satisfaction.
- Collected biological specimens and used sterile techniques for procedures.
- Performed wound care, IV catheter insertion, peritoneal dialysis and maintained accurate health records to ensure safe, effective care.
- Contributed to quality improvement through enhanced documentation and patient care processes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Baptist Health College of Little Rock
Little Rock, AR12.2021
Nursing
National Park College
Hot Springs, AR05.2018
Practical Nursing Technical Certificate - undefined
College of The Ouachitas
Malvern, AR01.2016
Nursing
National Park College
Hot Springs, AR05.2015
Nursing
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR12.2014
High School Diploma -
Fountain Lake High School
Hot Springs, AR05.2014
Skills
- Medication administration (all routes)
- Wound care and peritoneal dialysis
- Infection control and sterilization/sanitation
- Critical thinking and clinical decision-making
- Patient activity planning and care coordination
- Prioritization, delegation, and time management
- HIPAA compliance and confidentiality
- Adaptable, reliable, and team-oriented
- Skilled in evaluating and implementing nursing interventions
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 07/2020 to present
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification 07/2020 to present
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification 06/2022 to present
- External Fetal Monitoring (EFM) Certification 01/2024 to present
- S.T.A.B.L.E program 10/27/2022 to present
- Licensed Practical Nurse - 01/2017 to 05/2022
- Registered Nurse - 01/2022 to present
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Vincent’s, Maternal Child
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
National Park Medical Center, Maternal Child
01.2022 - 07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lake Hamilton Health and Rehab
01.2021 - 07.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
National Park Medical Center, Medical Surgical
01.2017 - 01.2021
Nursing
Henderson State University
Nursing
National Park College
Practical Nursing Technical Certificate - undefined
College of The Ouachitas
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing
Baptist Health College of Little Rock
Nursing
National Park College
High School Diploma -
Fountain Lake High School