Angela Hines
Ida
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN)
ProMedica Flower Hospital-Sylvania, OH
10.2023 - Current
- Oncology/Stroke unit
- Infuse blood products, medications, fluids, electrolytes, and TPN as ordered by physician
- Administer medications PO, IV, SQ, IM, and via G Tube as ordered
- Follow stroke protocol, on suspected and confirmed strokes
- Practice in collaboration with oncology, gastroenterology, nephrology, cardiology, neurology, PT, OT, social work, SLP, MD, NP, and hospice/ palliative care
- Prepare patient for testing, including MRI, CT, Xray, biopsy, EEG, ECG, EKG, EGD, and colonoscopy
- Telemetry and glucose monitoring
- Peripheral IV, central line, and PICC line care and dressing changes
- Oxygen support, including nasal cannula, tracheostomy, ventilator, and Cpap
- Monitor accurate intake and output.
- Foley catheter and intermittent catheter insertion, Peritoneal Dialysis
- Wound care
- Vital signs, physical, and safety assessments accurately entered in EMR
- Post OP patient care and monitoring
- Administered medications as prescribed, monitoring for adverse reactions
- Monitored lab results and diagnostic tests, reporting any abnormal findings to the physician
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff members and patients
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing changes in patient condition or response to treatment
- Advocated for patients' rights and preferences
- Monitored patients' pain levels to provide optimal pain management
- Implemented infection prevention strategies, protocols and isolation
- Assisted in the coordination of end-of-life care for terminally ill patients
Registered Nurse
ProMedica Ebeid Hospice-Sylvania, OH
03.2023 - 10.2023
- In patient hospice setting. Symptom management for terminal patients.
- Administered intravenous medications, monitoring closely for any adverse reactions
- Electronic health record systems accurate documentation
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing anxiety or distress related to their medical condition
- Assessed pain levels using standardized tools
- Managed and prioritized multiple patient assignments effectively
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status
- Provided compassionate and specialized nursing care to hospice patients
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, social workers, and spiritual care providers
- Managed and administered medications in accordance with physicians' orders
- Supported patients and their families in making decisions about end-of-life care
- Assessed patients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
- Provided education and emotional support to patients and their families
- Advocated for patients' comfort and dignity, ensuring that their end-of-life wishes were communicated and honored
- Demonstrated empathy and cultural sensitivity in providing care to a diverse patient population
Ann Arbor-Nurse Supervisor
HCR Manorcare-Ann Arbor, MI
07.2011 - 06.2021
- Manage and prioritize patient load varying in amount per shift
- Safely administer oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, topical, and IV medications.
- Complete assessments, responsible for ordering, reviewing and assessing lab results for report to physician
- Peripheral IV, PICC line, and Central line care and dressing changes
- Foley catheters and intermittent straight catheterization insertion
- Tracheostomy care and suctioning
- Patient education including proper medication administration, accurate schedule, and side effects
- Supervise and direct nursing assistants
- Follow up with physician and complete new orders
- Provided direct patient care, including assisting with daily activities
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status
- Administered treatments and procedures as prescribed by physicians
- Managed and prioritized multiple patient assignments effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring confidentiality of patient information
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing immediate interventions to stabilize patients' conditions
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the healthcare facility
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times or end-of-life situations
- Advocated for patients' rights while respecting cultural beliefs and values
- Supervised nursing assistants or other support staff members when necessary
- Demonstrated proficiency in using electronic health record systems for documentation purposes
- Assessed patient pain levels and implemented pain management interventions
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications that promote health and well-being
- Educated patients about preventive measures and provided guidance on disease prevention strategies
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards related to nursing practice
- Administered intravenous fluids as ordered by physicians
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize the risk of patient injuries
- Performed wound care procedures, including dressing changes and assessment of healing progress
- Assessed patient safety risks, implemented appropriate measures to prevent harm
- Advocated for patient rights, ensuring their voices are heard
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Centria Healthcare-Monroe, MI
06.2016 - 05.2021
- Provide nursing care for a pediatric client that is ventilator dependent
- Tracheostomy care and suctioning
- Medications and meals/fluids infused via tube feeding
- Attend medical appointments with patient
- Provide ROM exercises as tolerated, and work hand in hand with other members of medical team
- Ventilator settings inspected and respiratory assessments performed
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by physician
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient condition, and documented observations accurately
- Managed complex medical equipment such as ventilators, feeding tubes, and tracheostomies
- Assisted family in understanding the medical needs of their child and provided education
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the home environment
- Supported parents/caregivers emotionally during challenging times by providing empathy
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing interventions performed. Communicated with healthcare team members regarding any changes or concerns in patients' conditions
- Developed a trusting relationship with pediatric patient and family
- Assisted with home healthcare services including PT, OT, and speech therapy
Education
LPN to RN - Registered Nurse
Professional Skills Institute
Toledo, OH12.2022
LPN - Practical Nursing Program
Professional Skills Institute
Toledo, OH09.2010
Skills
- Advocate for patient's rights
- Adaptability
- Critical thinking
- Able to function as a team member as well as independently
- Tube Feeding
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs
- EMR Systems
- Laboratory Experience
- Catheter Care
- Telemetry
- Blood transfusion
- Wound care
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Pain Management
- Infection Control Training
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Tracheostomy care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Home care
- Diabetes and nutrition education
Certification
- BLS Certification
- RN License Licensed in Ohio and Michigan
- NIHSS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN)
ProMedica Flower Hospital-Sylvania, OH
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
ProMedica Ebeid Hospice-Sylvania, OH
03.2023 - 10.2023
Pediatric Home Care Nurse
Centria Healthcare-Monroe, MI
06.2016 - 05.2021
Ann Arbor-Nurse Supervisor
HCR Manorcare-Ann Arbor, MI
07.2011 - 06.2021
LPN to RN - Registered Nurse
Professional Skills Institute
LPN - Practical Nursing Program
Professional Skills Institute
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