Angela Schiavone
Waterford,CT
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with 5 years at Yale New Haven Health, excelling in palliative care and pain management. Proven ability to adapt care plans for optimal patient outcomes while fostering empathetic communication with families. Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail ensure high-quality end-of-life support and comfort.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Hospice
Yale New Heaven Health
12.2020 - Current
- Compassionate, empathetic, hospice LPN with 5 years working in hospice and palliative care providing exceptional symptoms management, support, education and experiences to patients and families at end-of-life.
- Skilled in pain management, family support and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Provided palliative care measures to promote comfort in patients at end-of-life.
- Exceptional in providing wound care and treatments, providing personal care if needed to maintain dignity of patient.
- Medication management and adjustments under the supervision of Registered Nurse and Medical Doctor.
- Adjusting careplans to achieve patient needs and changes to sustain quality and comfort.
- Effective time-management skills, organized and hard-working.
- Effective under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
LPN Charge Nurse
Harbor Village
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group
03.2016 - 10.2019
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
Licensed Practical Nurse Instructor- CNA Program
Educational Training of Wethersfield
03.2011 - 03.2016
- Coordinated clinical rotations for students, providing diverse experiences within various healthcare settings.
- Promoted a culture of professionalism by modeling ethical behavior and setting high expectations for student conduct.
- Established positive relationships with healthcare providers in the community, facilitating valuable networking opportunities for students.
- Assisted students with job placements upon completion of their program, utilizing strong connections within the local healthcare community.
Education
No Degree - Registered Nurse
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CTLicensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Stone Academy
East Hartford10-2008
Skills
- Care planning
- Patient triaging
- Palliative care/End-of-life care
- Patient management
- Pain management
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Caring for wounds
- Educating families
- Counting narcotics
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Adaptable and flexible
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- EMR / EHR
- Clinical documentation
Florence Wald Award 2022
One of the recipients of 2022 Florence Wald award for "Best Team Collaboration" in a pediatric hospice patient at Connecticut Statewide Palliative Care and Hospice Summit
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Hospice
Yale New Heaven Health
12.2020 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Harbor Village
10.2019 - 12.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group
03.2016 - 10.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse Instructor- CNA Program
Educational Training of Wethersfield
03.2011 - 03.2016
No Degree - Registered Nurse
Goodwin College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing
Stone Academy
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