Angela Busby
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
RN Charge Nurse
Alliance HealthCare
Meridian, MS
06.2023 - 06.2026
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and nursing protocols.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to the nursing staff.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
RN ER
Anderson Hospital
Meridian, Ms
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided direct patient care in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in the ER.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Triaged incoming patients based on severity of conditions efficiently.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on ER procedures and best practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical records system.
RN DON
Bedfordcare of Newton
Newton, Ms
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
RN DON
Meridian Community Living Center
Meridian, Ms
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Administered medications and treatments according to healthcare provider prescriptions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
LPN
Regency Hospital of Meridian
Meridian, MS
05.2011 - 05.2014
LPN
Specialty Hostital of Meridian
Meridian, Ms
05.1999 - 05.2010
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop and implement care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
East Central Community College
Decatur, MS 05.2009 - 05.2010
LPN/IVC - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS 05.1998 - 05.1999
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Triage skills
- Patient management
- Emergency response
- Inpatient care
- Care plan development
- Patient care
- Direct nursing care
- Medication distribution
- Performing ekgs
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Palliative care
- Chest pain management
- Geriatric nursing
- Long-term care
- Rehabilitation support
- Administrative procedures
- EMR management
- EHR management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Team collaboration
- Stress management
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Family education
- Emotional support
- Strong clinical judgment
- Nursing staff leadership
- High level of autonomy
- Mobility assistance
- Reporting and documentation
- EMR systems
- Geriatric treatment
- ADL assistance
- EHR management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Mobility assistance
- EMR systems
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse
Alliance HealthCare
06.2023 - 06.2026
RN ER
Anderson Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2023
RN DON
Bedfordcare of Newton
05.2016 - 06.2019
RN DON
Meridian Community Living Center
05.2014 - 05.2016
LPN
Regency Hospital of Meridian
05.2011 - 05.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
East Central Community College
05.2009 - 05.2010
LPN
Specialty Hostital of Meridian
05.1999 - 05.2010
LPN/IVC - Nursing
Meridian Community College
05.1998 - 05.1999