Angela Pettigo
Mantachie,MS
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 15 years of experience in Labor and Delivery Mother-Baby care and Quality Assurance. Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives, mentor junior staff, and implement infection control measures, driving measurable improvements in patient care and safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery/Mother-Baby
North Mississippi Medical Center
West Point, MS
08.2019 - Current
- Administered patient care, including medication administration and monitoring vital signs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes and efficiency.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse- Mother-Baby/Pediatrics
North Mississippi Medical Center
Amory, MS
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to identify changes in health status and adjust care accordingly.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Led nursing staff in implementing infection control measures, significantly improving overall patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Quality Assurance Analyst/Quality Improvement Specialist
Mantachie Rural Health Care
Mantachie, MS
06.2014 - 01.2018
- Defined and executed strategic vision for Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (MCH) programs aligned with national quality and safety standards.
- Designed, implemented, and scaled evidence-based clinical programs including perinatal safety, high-risk obstetrics, neonatal care coordination, utilization management, breastfeeding support, family-centered care, and postpartum interventions.
- Accountable for clinical outcomes, operational performance, and financial results, delivering executive-level reporting and strategic insights.
- Conducted workforce and clinical performance assessments, identifying gaps and implementing targeted improvement plans, staff development strategies, and training initiatives.
- Partnered with quality and performance leadership to align strategic priorities, drive continuous improvement, and enhance patient/member experience.
- Leveraged population health and data analytics to identify risks, disparities, and care gaps, implementing targeted interventions for high-risk and underserved populations.
- Collaborated with clinical and operational stakeholders to develop measurement tools and manage program timelines.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance throughout the QA process.
- Supported company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Directed program governance and oversight, including committees, data analysis, reporting, and proactive risk mitigation.
- Supported enterprise-wide implementation efforts, serving as a subject matter expert for training, policy development, and clinical best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
Hamilton, AL05-2009
No Degree - Pre Nursing
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS08-2007
Associate of Science -
Shannon High School
Shannon MS 05-1998
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Care plan development
- HIPAA education
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- STABLE Certified
- NRP Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery/Mother-Baby
North Mississippi Medical Center
08.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse- Mother-Baby/Pediatrics
North Mississippi Medical Center
02.2018 - 08.2019
Quality Assurance Analyst/Quality Improvement Specialist
Mantachie Rural Health Care
06.2014 - 01.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
No Degree - Pre Nursing
Itawamba Community College
Associate of Science -
Shannon High School