Hi, I’m
Angela Harrow
Pinconning,MI
Summary
Highly-motivated nurse with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Patient-oriented with several years of experience delivering high-quality compassionate care with a focus on long term acute care. Also known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, managing a wide variety of complex conditions, and emergency response management. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring optimal patient care under stressful conditions.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Mclaren Bay Special CareBay City, MI
Registered Nurse
08.2006 - Current
Job overview
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Davenport University, Midland, MI
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
08-2006
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Ventilator and tracheostomy management
- Aggressive wound care treatment and management
- Intravenous drips and antibiotic therapy
- Compassionate Care
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Tubes, lines, and drain management
Certification
BLS and ACLS recertified 10/2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mclaren Bay Special Care
08.2006 - Current
BLS and ACLS recertified 10/2024
Davenport University
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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