Angela Mueller
Des Moines
Summary
Knowledgeable and empathetic healthcare professional with deep expertise in providing patient-centered care and clinical excellence. Strong collaborator, adept at working with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal healthcare outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and results-driven approach in fast-paced environments. Proficient in advanced clinical techniques, patient assessment, and evidence-based practice.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner
MercyOne Hospital/Iowa Heart Center
12.2020 - Current
- Care of the preoperative and postoperative Cardiothoracic Surgery patient - including both open heart surgeries and lung/thoracic surgeries.
- Take provider call overnight, weekends, and holidays on a predetermined rotation. This included all medical decisions for all inpatients on the service line, with escalation to the on-call surgeon if appropriate.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and recovery strategies for heart and lung surgeries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care during critical cardiac episodes.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve clinical practices, enhance patient safety, reduce surgical complications, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical performance and patient safety standards.
- Streamlined pre-operative evaluation processes, improving efficiency in patient preparation for surgery.
- See patients in clinic for postoperative follow up and management of any complications.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac/Surgical ICU
MercyOne Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Admit patients directly from OR to ICU after open heart surgery, major abdominal surgery, and major vascular surgery
- Perform wound care ranging from simple dressing changes to assisting physicians with debridement and complicated wound care (wound vacuums, packing, irrigating, etc.).
- Identify sudden or subtle changes in patient condition and respond accordingly
- Communicate between Physicians, patient families, and other interdisciplinary teams for the benefit of the patient
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Manage acutely ill patients on ventilators, multiple IV medications, and device support
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Nurse Supervisor, North 4, Medical Cardiology
Unity Point Health
11.2014 - 01.2017
- Maintain adequate staffing for a 23-bed acute care Cardiac Medical Floor.
- Assist floor nurses with responding to patient codes and medical emergencies
- Assist in coordinating patient care with the interdisciplinary team to improve the satisfaction and experience of patients and families in the acute care environment.
- Lead evidence-based practice in an efficient and organized work environment.
- Communicate effectively with staff to coach and mentor both clinically and professionally.
Registered Nurse, North 3, Surgical Cardiology
Unity Point Health
02.2012 - 11.2014
- Manage and coordinate the care of patients that have actual or potential health problems.
- Document nursing cares and interventions in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, including, but not limited to: Doctors, Residents, Social Work, Case Management, Patient Care Facilitators, etc.
- Recognize cardiac arrhythmias and provide appropriate interventions.
- Provide patient/family education.
- RN Preceptor. Guide newly hired nurses through the orientation process.
Patient Care Tech, Surgical Cardiology/Telemetry Monitor Technician
Unity Point Health
02.2009 - 02.2012
- Monitor patient heart rhythms as a scope tech utilizing Spacelabs technology
- Perform laboratory blood draws as ordered by the physician and delegated by the Registered Nurse.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
Education
MSN/FNP -
South University
Savannah, GA04.2020
BSN -
South University
Savannah, GA01.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA12.2011
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Patient education
- Advanced pharmacology
- Clear and concise communication skills
- Experienced in acute care management
- Analytical problem-solving
Certification
- MSN/FNP-BC
- DEA/Controlled substances
- ACLS
- BLS
- Mandatory Reporter
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner
MercyOne Hospital/Iowa Heart Center
12.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac/Surgical ICU
MercyOne Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2020
Nurse Supervisor, North 4, Medical Cardiology
Unity Point Health
11.2014 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse, North 3, Surgical Cardiology
Unity Point Health
02.2012 - 11.2014
Patient Care Tech, Surgical Cardiology/Telemetry Monitor Technician
Unity Point Health
02.2009 - 02.2012
Associate Degree - Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College
MSN/FNP -
South University
BSN -
South University