ANGELA MANCE
Chicago,IL
Summary
Self-motivated, decisive healthcare professional with proven bedside manner, clinical skills and diagnostic support experience. Manage and document current conditions to effectively support patients and work within multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance outcomes. Specialize in outpatient and inpatient patient care. Physical Stamina Staff Supervision Work Planning and Coordination Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration Epic Systems Rehabilitation Techniques Intravenous Medications Conflict Resolution Medication Administration
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE
03.2019 - Current
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork
- Triaged patients' issues based on stated symptoms, basic assessments and documented vitals
- Followed up on diagnostic tests to verify completion and obtain results for treatment planning
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness
- Researched and studied client diagnoses to identify care needs, effectively contributed to nursing plan developments and facilitated patient education
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
LPN
AUREUS MEDICAL/ MERCY HARVARD CARE CENTER
05.2017 - 03.2019
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes
- Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN
TRINITY NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION
12.2017 - 07.2018
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical, EXPERIENCE administration
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
- Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms and underlying etiologies
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
LPN
POYDRAS HOME
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
LPN
ADVANTAGE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS
07.2012 - 05.2017
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient
- Reviewed critical pathway and multidisciplinary plan of care to execute prescribed interventions
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen
- 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
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Northwest Louisiana College
Shreveport, LA12.2007
Skills
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Documenting Vital Signs
Certification
12/2007LICENSE: PRACTICAL NURSING Northwest Louisiana Technical College Shreveport/ , Shreveport, LA CPR Certified IV Certified EDUCATION AND TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS
Timeline
LPN
NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE
03.2019 - Current
LPN
TRINITY NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION
12.2017 - 07.2018
LPN
AUREUS MEDICAL/ MERCY HARVARD CARE CENTER
05.2017 - 03.2019
LPN
POYDRAS HOME
04.2016 - 05.2017
LPN
ADVANTAGE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS
07.2012 - 05.2017
LPN - Nursing
Northwest Louisiana College