Angela Kelly
Registered Nurse
Gulfshores,AL
Summary
Disciplined and personable Scrub Nurse with Registered Nurse certification and 40 years of experience. Highly educated in asepsis standards and procedures. Known professionally for anticipating the needs of practitioners and monitor patients. Conscientious Operating Room Staff Nurse offering 42 years of experience in healthcare. Known for excellent bedside manner and efficient communication with colleagues. Knowledgeable in standard medical diagnoses and OR equipment. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain PRNposition that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient or inpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
02.2010 - 04.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
RN Scrub Nurse for Group of 4 Cardio-Vascular Surg
Princeton Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons
02.2010 - 03.2013
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Shelby Baptist Hospital
03.2002 - 01.2007
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
HealthSouth Hospital
09.2000 - 02.2002
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures by [Action].
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to anticipate needs.
- Prepped operating rooms by [Action] and [Action] to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Verified patient information to make licensed staff aware of relevant health factors.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Cared for patients in 20 -bed operating unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
South Baldwin Medical Center
01.1999 - 08.2000
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Northeast AlabamaReginal Medical Center
11.1980 - 05.1996
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures and nursing best practices.
- Assisted surgeons with cutting of tissue, clamping and suturing during operational procedures.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Identified learning needs of patients and families and responded with advocacy and health education.
- Formulated plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patients' physical and mental health.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
UAB
08.1978 - 10.1980
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Labor and Delivery Staff Nurse
Cullman Hospital
06.1975 - 09.1977
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient and attending to baby after birth.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor and fetal distress.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Completed comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress and modify care plan.
- Monitored labs, examined ultrasounds and informed mothers on what to expect in stages of pregnancy.
- Administered epidural and patient controlled analgesia to block pain from labor contractions and during birth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - 3 Year Diploma Degree In Nursing
St. Vincents School of Nursing
Birmingham, AL06.1975
Skills
- Intravenous Injections
- Thoracic Surgery
- Acute Illness
- PointClickCare EMR
- Patient Education
- Infection Control Measures
- Taking Vital Signs
- Circulating Nursing
- Building Rapport and Trust
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Intakes and Discharges
- Chest Tubes
- Knee Surgery
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Patient Management
- Heart Failure
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Charting and Documentation
- Medical Evaluations
- Medical Supply Management
- Prioritizing Patients
- Patient Ventilation
- Care Plan Development
- Inter-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Dispensing Medications
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Patient Intervention
- General Surgery
- Anesthetic Administration
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Patient Admission
- Manage Cases
- Plastic Surgery
- 12-Lead EKG Monitoring
- Intramuscular Injections
- Operational Procedures
- Documenting Vitals
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Pain Management Techniques
- IV Administration
- Patient Health Information Access
- Patient and Family Education
- Accurate Documentation
- Medication Administration
- Abdominal Surgery
- Trauma Surgery
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Nursing Process
- Medical Device Prescriptions
- Medical Charts and Records
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
02.2010 - 04.2018
RN Scrub Nurse for Group of 4 Cardio-Vascular Surg
Princeton Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons
02.2010 - 03.2013
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Shelby Baptist Hospital
03.2002 - 01.2007
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
HealthSouth Hospital
09.2000 - 02.2002
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
South Baldwin Medical Center
01.1999 - 08.2000
Staff Nurse, Operating Room
Northeast AlabamaReginal Medical Center
11.1980 - 05.1996
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
UAB
08.1978 - 10.1980
Labor and Delivery Staff Nurse
Cullman Hospital
06.1975 - 09.1977
Diploma of Nursing - 3 Year Diploma Degree In Nursing
St. Vincents School of Nursing
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