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Angela Tanner

Dillon,SC

Summary

Knowledgeable Licensed Practical Nurse with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.

Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dillon Internal Medicine
06.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
  • Documented patient health records accurately to maintain compliance with healthcare standards.
  • Educated patients on treatment plans and medication usage to enhance understanding and adherence.
  • Assisted in wound care management, promoting healing and preventing infection.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients at their home, fostering a supportive atmosphere during treatment.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to streamline patient care protocols and improve efficiency.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control practices.
  • Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers to clarify treatment options.

Licensed Practical Nurse

CenterWell Home Health
10.2016 - 06.2024
  • Monitored vital signs regularly, identifying changes and reporting them to the healthcare team promptly.
  • Conducted routine assessments to evaluate patient conditions and respond to immediate needs.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients, fostering a supportive atmosphere during treatment.
  • Coordinated with physicians to implement care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Supported patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions and continuity of care.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in patient care and medical procedures.
  • Assisted in managing medical supplies, ensuring availability for effective patient care.
  • 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.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively 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.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sunny Acres Nursing Home
02.2016 - 10.2016
  • Engaged in continuous professional development to stay updated on nursing practices and standards.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.

LPN Field Nurse

Pediatric Services of America
1998 - 2021
  • Conducted thorough health assessments to evaluate patient conditions and develop appropriate care plans.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and enhance treatment outcomes.
  • Administered immunizations and evaluated patients for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Collaborated with families to create individualized care plans that addressed specific patient needs.
  • Maintained compliance with healthcare regulations through accurate record-keeping and documentation.
  • Provided wound care and management, promoting healing and preventing infections.
  • Engaged patients and families in discussions about treatment options and healthcare decisions.
  • Delivered compassionate care, addressing both physical and emotional needs of pediatric patients.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Total Care Nursing Agency
2009 - 2013
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Mejias Medical Resource Center
2007 - 2008

I taught a CNA classes

Licensed Practical Nurse

McLeod Home Health
2001 - 2006
  • Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
  • Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
  • Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
  • Supported patients and families through education on home care procedures, enhancing post-discharge outcomes.
  • Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

Licensed Practical Nurse

McLeod Children's Hospital
1999 - 2001
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
  • Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Carolinas Hospital System
1996 - 1997
  • Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
  • Participated in community health programs, extending care beyond clinical setting and improving public health awareness.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
  • Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Practical Nursing

Florence Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC
12-1995

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Compassionate care
  • Physical assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient assessments
  • Infection control
  • Chronic disease management
  • Case management

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Dillon Internal Medicine
06.2024 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

CenterWell Home Health
10.2016 - 06.2024

Licensed Practical Nurse

Sunny Acres Nursing Home
02.2016 - 10.2016

LPN Field Nurse

Pediatric Services of America
1998 - 2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Total Care Nursing Agency
2009 - 2013

Licensed Practical Nurse

Mejias Medical Resource Center
2007 - 2008

Licensed Practical Nurse

McLeod Home Health
2001 - 2006

Licensed Practical Nurse

McLeod Children's Hospital
1999 - 2001

Licensed Practical Nurse

Carolinas Hospital System
1996 - 1997

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Grand Canyon University

Practical Nursing

Florence Darlington Technical College