Angela Harris Camara
New York
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with a diverse background in ICU, Procedural IR, pediatrics, IV team, PACU, charge nurse, and supervisory roles. Demonstrates a track record of successfully managing and collaborating with colleagues to foster a friendly and caring environment. Skilled in performing leadership duties and mentoring new nurses. Known for being an effective leader and a responsible patient advocate.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Procedural Interventional Radiology
Columbia Doctors
03.2023 - Current
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to radiation protection guidelines and consistently updating protocols as needed.
- Demonstrated adaptability to various situations by efficiently handling emergency cases alongside routine exams without compromising quality of care.
- Enhanced staff competency through active involvement in training new technologists on department protocols and equipment usage.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care during interventional radiology procedures.
- Provided ongoing support to physicians, nurses, and other medical staff for optimal patient care during interventional radiology procedures.
- Minimized disruptions to workflow through prompt troubleshooting of technical issues related to imaging equipment or software.
- Operated radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images and films.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Explained imaging procedures to patients, offering comfort and assistance.
Infusion Travel Nurse
Summit Health
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Improved patient outcomes through careful monitoring and thorough documentation of vital signs, medical histories, and treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Maintained excellent time management skills during periods of high patient turnover while consistently delivering compassionate and patient-centered care.
- Expedited treatment times with proficient IV insertion skills, medication administration, and wound dressing changes.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Perioperative Nurse/ Travel Nurse
Island Ambulatory
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Prepared, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients through each step of surgical procedure.
- Educated patients and families on post-surgical care procedures, facilitating smooth transitions from hospital to home environments.
- Reduced postoperative complications through diligent monitoring of patients during the recovery process.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Perioperative Nurse/ Travel Nurse
Mount Sinai Union Square
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Educated patients and families on post-surgical care procedures, facilitating smooth transitions from hospital to home environments.
- Provided personalized patient care, addressing individual concerns to ensure comfort and trust during preoperative preparations.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Perioperative Nurse/ Travel Nurse
Mitchell Martin Travel Agency
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Conducted thorough assessments of preoperative patients, identifying potential risks or contraindications for surgery.
Endoscopic Pre/Post OP Nurse
MidBronx Endoscopy Center
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Coordinated comprehensive care for patients after surgery through their discharge.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing attentive post-operative care and monitoring.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, promoting a smooth transition to home or rehabilitation facilities.
Pacu American Traveler RN
Maimonides Medical Center
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
ICU American Traveler RN
Westchester Medical Center
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
RN Charge Nurse
Life Care Hospital
08.2012 - 05.2014
Pediatric IV Team/ Supervisor
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC
05.2009 - 07.2012
- Facilitated strong relationships between our team and other departments leading to improved cross-functional collaboration.
- Resolved conflicts between team members diplomatically, maintaining a healthy working environment conducive to productivity.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly, providing guidance for professional growth and development.
- Collaborated with upper management to establish performance goals for the team and develop strategies for achieving them.
- Managed performance reviews for Number employees, analyzing individual employee achievements and overall trends in workforce execution metrics.
- Communicated policy updates and company information through team meetings, huddles and one-on-one development sessions.
- Assisted in recruiting top talent by conducting interviews, reviewing resumes, and participating in candidate selection decisions.
- Reduced employee turnover rate by fostering a supportive and positive work atmosphere.
Dialysis RN
Allegheny General Hospital
07.2007 - 07.2009
ICU, Charge Nurse
Sewickley Valley Hospital
10.2003 - 06.2007
Education
BSN -
Carlow University
Pittsburgh, PA12.2015
ADN -
Community College of Beaver County
Monaca, PA05.1998
Skills
- Image-guided biopsies
- Team collaboration
- Radiation safety protocols
- Interventional radiology
- Ultrasound-guided interventions
- Patient care management
- Vascular procedures expertise
- Intravenous sedation monitoring
- Oncologic interventional procedures
- Arterial Access techniques
- Contrast media administration
- Venous Access procedures
- Venipuncture
- Sterile technique adherence
- Patient education
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Staff training
Certification
- ACLS current
- BLS current
Timeline
Procedural Interventional Radiology
Columbia Doctors
03.2023 - Current
Infusion Travel Nurse
Summit Health
11.2022 - 03.2023
Perioperative Nurse/ Travel Nurse
Island Ambulatory
08.2022 - 11.2022
Perioperative Nurse/ Travel Nurse
Mount Sinai Union Square
03.2022 - 07.2022
Perioperative Nurse/ Travel Nurse
Mitchell Martin Travel Agency
09.2021 - 03.2022
Endoscopic Pre/Post OP Nurse
MidBronx Endoscopy Center
06.2019 - 12.2020
Pacu American Traveler RN
Maimonides Medical Center
11.2018 - 05.2019
ICU American Traveler RN
Westchester Medical Center
01.2017 - 11.2018
RN Charge Nurse
Life Care Hospital
08.2012 - 05.2014
Pediatric IV Team/ Supervisor
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC
05.2009 - 07.2012
Dialysis RN
Allegheny General Hospital
07.2007 - 07.2009
ICU, Charge Nurse
Sewickley Valley Hospital
10.2003 - 06.2007
ADN -
Community College of Beaver County
BSN -
Carlow University
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