Angela Buxton
Seattle,WA
Summary
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years in healthcare, specializing in acute and chronic psychiatric disorders. Expertise includes comprehensive assessments, evidence-based treatment planning, and fostering client engagement in care. Experienced in precepting psychiatric students, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in mental health.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
Harborview Medical Center Psychiatric Emergency Services
Seattle, WA
06.2004 - Current
- Assess, diagnose, triage, and treat patients, serving as an autonomous practitioner for clients presenting to the emergency department.
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments for emergency patients, ensuring timely and accurate diagnosis to inform treatment plans.
- Performed diagnostic, psychiatric, and medical evaluations, developing focused interventions to address patient needs effectively.
- Treat individuals with acute and chronic psychiatric, medical and chemical dependency disorders.
- Oversaw clinical precepting of psychiatric Doctor or Nursing Practice students for UW and Seattle University, fostering their clinical skills and professional development.
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
Navos
Burien, WA
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Completed weekend patient hospital admissions, documentation, history, physical examinations, and orders, ensuring continuity of care.
- Managed monthly weekend call as primary medical care Nurse Practitioner for involuntarily detained psychiatric clients, providing critical support.
- Performed general and preventative care, triaged medical care, ordered lab tests, and prescribed medication with updated treatment plan for patients.
- Facilitated patient care by diagnosing, treating, and consulting on medical issues, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Provided clinical treatment for acute, chronic, and medical issues for 70 patients.
Registered Nurse
Cascade Health Services Agency
Seattle, WA
01.2003 - 01.2004
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
New England Geriatrics
Springfield, MA
01.2002 - 01.2003
Registered Nurse
Baystate Medical Center
Springfield, MA
01.2001 - 01.2002
Registered Nurse
Baystate Medical Center
Springfield, MA
01.1997 - 01.2000
Registered Nurse
Mediplex of Holyoke
Holyoke, MA
01.1996 - 01.1997
CNA
Amherst Nursing Home
Amherst, MA
01.1995 - 01.1996
Pharmacy Technician & Store Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
Belchertown, MA
01.1990 - 01.1995
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Washington
Seattle, WA03-2026
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA06-2000
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA06-1996
Skills
- EPIC
- ORCA
- Sigmund
- Citrix
Certification
National Family Nurse Practitioner ANCC National Board Certification, 2001
Awards
Mediplex of Holyoke Resident Award, 1996
Timeline
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
Navos
01.2015 - 01.2020
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
Harborview Medical Center Psychiatric Emergency Services
06.2004 - Current
Registered Nurse
Cascade Health Services Agency
01.2003 - 01.2004
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)
New England Geriatrics
01.2002 - 01.2003
Registered Nurse
Baystate Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2002
Registered Nurse
Baystate Medical Center
01.1997 - 01.2000
Registered Nurse
Mediplex of Holyoke
01.1996 - 01.1997
CNA
Amherst Nursing Home
01.1995 - 01.1996
Pharmacy Technician & Store Supervisor
CVS Pharmacy
01.1990 - 01.1995
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Psychiatric Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Washington
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
University of Massachusetts