Angela Frary
Atrium Medical Center
Trenton,OH
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience
Dynamic nursing professional with over 20 years of experience in clinical environments. Proven expertise in staff supervision and critical thinking, contributing to improved patient care and satisfaction through evidence-based practices and effective team collaboration.
Work History
Associate Nurse Manager
3 Years 11 Months- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Supervised daily nursing operations, ensuring optimal patient care and compliance with hospital policies.
- Mentored and trained nursing staff, fostering professional development and skill enhancement.
- Developed staff schedules, optimizing resource allocation to meet patient demands efficiently.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols, reducing incidents and promoting a culture of safety within the unit.
- Analyzed patient feedback to identify areas for improvement, driving initiatives for enhanced satisfaction scores.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff, providing constructive feedback to promote continuous improvement in care delivery.
- Advocated for patients' needs by collaborating with physicians, case managers, social workers, therapists, dietitians, pharmacists on individualized treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the department by addressing concerns promptly and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Enhanced communication among team members through regular meetings, creating a more cohesive unit for quality patient care.
- Coached and developed clinical employees by providing support and guidance.
- Served as a mentor and resource for nursing staff, fostering professional growth and career development opportunities.
- Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage while controlling overtime costs, maintaining optimal nurse-patient ratios.
- Established a positive work environment that fosters open communication, collaboration and respect among nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members.
- Improved patient care by effectively managing nursing staff and coordinating interdisciplinary team collaboration.
- Related to and resolved patient concerns.
- Conducted regular audits of nursing documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain high standards of patient care delivery.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
Clinical Nurse
20 Years- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and standards of practice.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline communication.
- Educated patients on treatment options, promoting understanding and engagement in care decisions.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop tailored nursing interventions for diverse patient populations.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of compassionate and culturally competent care.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Skills
Clinical leadership
Clinical expertise
Patient safety
HIPAA compliance
Staff supervision
Staff leadership
Workload management
Staff coaching and mentoring
Critical thinking
Clinical judgment
Problem-solving
Nursing team oversight
Certification
RN-291360 State of Ohio
Electronic Fetal Monitoring (C-EFM) 10/28/2013-12/15/2028
Timeline
Associate Nurse Manager
Atrium Medical Center
08.2022 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Nurse
Atrium Medical Center
07.2006 - CurrentRead More
Miami University
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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