Angela Hover

Clinical Nurse III 3/2021 - Current: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit

Clinical Nurse III 4/2015 - 3/2021: Surgical/Trauma ICU

Clinical Nurse II 10/2013 - 4/2015: Rehab Trauma Center

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote rehabilitation and functional independence
• Assist with group classes for spinal cord injury patients/families regarding medical & psychosocial concerns
• Assisted in developing a Cardiac ICU nurse-led pre-op program to promote improved outcomes and patient/family satisfaction following cardiothoracic surgery

Critical Care Float Pool Nurse: CVICU, Neuro ICU, ED

• Provided psychiatric emergency services to adults experiencing severe and disabling mental illnesses

• Provided psychiatric hold clearance, medication evaluation, and referrals

• Responded to numerous volatile situations to aid in the restoration of safety for patients and staff

• Utilized the Mental Status Exam to determine the capacity of patients before legal proceedings

• Assessed the need for involuntary emergency holds for psychiatric patients

• Educated patients/parents on med management for optimal compliance & effectiveness.
• Utilized motivational interviewing to engage parents/patients in developing treatment plans.
• Participated in group therapy sessions with adolescents and teens with eating disorders.

• Developed treatment plans incorporating psychotherapy, pharmacotherapy, & lifestyle modifications specific for each patient.
• Streamlined documentation processes to maintain accurate and updated patient records efficiently.