Angela Merritt
Seneca,SC
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 21 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Clemson Downs
Clemson, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gentiva Hospice
Gainesville, GA
08.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gentiva Hospice
Gainesville, GA
02.2017 - 03.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Browns Memorial Convalescent Center
Royston, GA
01.2009 - 02.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Browns Memorial Convalescent Center
Royston, GA
01.2003 - 03.2008
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Diploma Degree - Practical Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA07-2022
High School Diploma -
Franklin County High School
Carnesville, GA05-2000
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - [State] Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Long-Term Care Certification for LPNs/LVNs – Various Continuing Education Providers.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Clemson Downs
01.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gentiva Hospice
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Gentiva Hospice
02.2017 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Browns Memorial Convalescent Center
01.2009 - 02.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Browns Memorial Convalescent Center
01.2003 - 03.2008
Diploma Degree - Practical Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
High School Diploma -
Franklin County High School