Angela Knotts
Preston,MD
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner with 25 years of diverse experience in nursing and healthcare. Expertise in preventative care emphasizes interventions and treatments that effectively prevent advanced illness. Committed to building strong rapport with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to foster collaborative, holistic care. A proactive approach to patient wellness ensures the delivery of high-quality healthcare services tailored to individual needs.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
First Docs
Snow Hill, MD And Millsboro, DE
04.2026 - Current
- **Conducted comprehensive follow-up assessments to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans.**
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
Nurse Practitioner
CLEARWAY PAIN SOLUTIONS
Dover, DE
11.2020 - Current
- Obtained patient history and performed assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
- Manage patients with acute and chronic pain.
- Refer patients appropriately to orthopedics, Rheumatology, etc as needed.
- Appropriately administer injections to knees, shoulders and hips as indicated for the patient.
- Provide patients/families education about alternate pain management interventions.
Nurse Practitioner
TALIS HEALTHCARE
Salisbury, MD
09.2021 - 02.2026
- Obtained patient history and performed assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
- Pre-medicate patient's prior to infusions as directed by orders.
- Infuse various medications for different disease processes.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and other healthcare team members.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient encounters utilizing Electronic Health Records.
- Educated patients on medication usage, dosage, and major side effects.
Nurse Practitioner
UNITED HEALTH CARE/OPTUM
Easton & Centreville, MARYLAND
10.2016 - 08.2020
- Performed physical examinations, interpreted laboratory results, ordered diagnostic tests and prescribed medications as appropriate.
- Managed approximately 50 - 80 clients in long term care facilities.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions.
- Managed medication regimens for acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided patient/family education.
Assistant Director of Nursing
GENESIS HEALTH CARE
Easton, MD
05.2006 - 09.2016
- Monitored employee performance metrics such as attendance, competency evaluations, and customer satisfaction scores.
- Responsible for collection of monthly data.
- Participated in interviews of potential new hires.
- On-call responsibilities.
- Reviewed staffing requirements and adjusted schedules accordingly based on census data.
Vascular Access Specialist
SHORE HEALTHCARE
Easton and Cambridge, MARYLAND
08.2001 - 05.2006
- Demonstrated expertise in the use of ultrasound-guided techniques for peripheral venous access.
- Provided support services throughout the hospital system in order to ensure optimal delivery of care at all times.
- Placement and management of Mid and PICC lines.
- Patient/family/staff education.
- On-call responsibilities
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current technology related to vascular access devices and products.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
SHORE HEALTHCARE
Easton, MARYLAND
02.1999 - 08.2001
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient condition and provide appropriate interventions.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as intubations or chest tube placements.
- Performed accurate documentation of nursing assessment, plan of care, interventions, and evaluations within established timelines.
- Ensured that all medications were administered according to policy and procedure guidelines.
- Initiated orders for diagnostic tests per physician request and reviewed results upon receipt.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
SHORE HEALTHCARE
Cambridge, MD
06.1997 - 02.1999
- Performed detailed assessments of patient's health status, including physical exams, lab results, diagnostic tests, vital signs.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in providing direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
- Educated individuals and families on health education and disease prevention.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing, FNP
Wilmington University
Georgetown, DE06-2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Stevenson University
Stevenson, MD, US12-2005
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Macqueen Gibbs Willis School of Nursing
Easton, MD06-1997
Associates Degree - General studies
Chesapeake College
Wye Mills, MD, US06-1997
Skills
- Clinical diagnosis
- Patient-centered treatment design
- Senior health management
- Comprehensive diagnostic evaluation
- Patient knowledge enhancement
- Cross-disciplinary teamwork
Certification
- Maryland FNP/RN - R135147 - Exp 2027-04-28
- Virginia FNP/RN - 0024193805 - Exp 2027-04-30
- ANCC - 2016024690
- Delaware FNP/RN - LG0011508 - Exp 2027-09-30
- Texas FNP/RN - 1216894 - Exp 2027-04-30
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
First Docs
04.2026 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
TALIS HEALTHCARE
09.2021 - 02.2026
Nurse Practitioner
CLEARWAY PAIN SOLUTIONS
11.2020 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
UNITED HEALTH CARE/OPTUM
10.2016 - 08.2020
Assistant Director of Nursing
GENESIS HEALTH CARE
05.2006 - 09.2016
Vascular Access Specialist
SHORE HEALTHCARE
08.2001 - 05.2006
Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit
SHORE HEALTHCARE
02.1999 - 08.2001
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
SHORE HEALTHCARE
06.1997 - 02.1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Stevenson University
Diploma - Registered Nurse
Macqueen Gibbs Willis School of Nursing
Associates Degree - General studies
Chesapeake College
Master of Science - Nursing, FNP
Wilmington University