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Angela Taylor

Canutillo

Summary

Dedicated RN with extensive experience at El Paso Specialty Hospital, excelling in preoperative assessments and postoperative care. Skilled in clinical judgment and compassionate patient education, I effectively managed airway support and pain control, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Committed to enhancing patient safety through collaboration and comprehensive discharge planning.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

El Paso Center For GI Endoscopy
02.2019 - Current

Conducted thorough preoperative assessments, including medical history, allergies and anesthesia clearance.


Educated patients and family on procedures, anesthesia effects and post op care.


Verified informed consent and ensured compliance with the clinics protocols.


Monitored vital signs, oxygen saturation, and level of consciousness post-anesthesia.


Provided discharge instructions to patient and family.


PACU Nurse/ Pre-Anesthesia Clinic RN/Pain Clinic RN

El Paso Specialty Hospital
02.2008 - 12.2018

Monitored vital signs, oxygen saturation and level of consciousness post anesthesia.


Managed airway support, oxygen therapy, and pain control using medications and non pharmacological methods.


Identified and responded tp postoperative complications, such as respiratory distress, hypotension, or nausea.

Provided patient and family education on post-anesthesia care, medication instructions, and discharge instructions.


In the Pre anesthesia Clinic I conducted comprehensive preoperative assessments, including medical history, medication reconciliation, and anesthesia clearance.


Identified potential surgical and anesthesia risks. collaborating with anesthesiologists to optimize patient safety.


Performed preoperative EKG's and assisted in scheduling and coordinating preoperative testing(labs, imaging, and specialty consults) to ensure surgical clearance.


Communicated with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a smooth surgical process.


Assisted in pain management interventions, including nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections, and trigger point injections.



Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Peak Behavioral Health Services
04.2006 - 02.2008

Provided direct care to patients in an acute psychiatric setting, monitoring for changes in mental health status and safety risks


Collaborated with psychiatrists, therapists, social workers and case managers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.


Administered and monitored psychotropic medications, assessing for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.


provided comprehensive mental health assessments, evaluating for mood disorders, psychosis, substance use, and behavioral concerns.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM
05-2005

Skills

  • Basic life support
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning

Timeline

RN

El Paso Center For GI Endoscopy
02.2019 - Current

PACU Nurse/ Pre-Anesthesia Clinic RN/Pain Clinic RN

El Paso Specialty Hospital
02.2008 - 12.2018

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Peak Behavioral Health Services
04.2006 - 02.2008

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Dona Ana Community College
Angela Taylor