Angela Vandrell
Birmingham,United States
Summary
Registered Nurse specializing in critical care and perioperative environments, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective teamwork. Proven ability to manage complex cases, ensuring safety and comfort during surgical processes while advocating for patient needs. Expertise in hemodynamic monitoring and EHR management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Cohn Plastic Surgery
Vestavia, United States
09.2022 - Current
- Provided specialized care for patients before, during, and after surgery, advocating for patient needs and collaborating effectively with the surgical team.
- Managed patient preparation, assisted surgeons with instruments and environment, monitored vitals, facilitated recovery, and educated families, ensuring safety and comfort throughout the surgical process.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted with pre-operative and post-operative patient care.
RN
St. Vincent's UAB
Birmingham, United States
01.2019 - Current
- Critical Care-Medical ICU
- Mechanical ventilation and airway management
- Hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Invasive and non-invasive monitoring techniques
- Veni-puncture, IV therapy, arterial, and central lines
- Management of opioid, sedation, paralytic management of continuous and titratable drips
- Delivered compassionate hospice and palliative care, prioritizing patient comfort and dignity during end-of-life care.
- CRRT- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Advocated for patients' well-being and safety by addressing concerns.
RN
UAB
Birmingham, United States
01.2018 - 05.2020
- Delivered comprehensive care in trauma and burn nursing unit, ensuring optimal recovery and support for critically injured patients.
- Functioned as RN in Medsurg and step down unit at Level One trauma center, facilitating patient transitions and coordinating care plans.
- Provided patient care before and after surgical procedures, monitored recovery, and addressed complications.
- Assisted surgeons during cosmetic surgery and other medical procedures.
- Comprehensive wound care.
Administrative assistant and receptionist, Manager of dealer trades
Royal Automotive
Vestavia, AL
01.2013 - 12.2018
Fire Controlman
US Navy
06.2006 - 06.2011
- Operated and maintained advanced weapons systems to ensure operational readiness.
- Troubleshot, repaired, and analyzed electronic systems guiding weapons to targets during naval operations, enhancing mission success.
Education
RN -
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL12-2017
Skills
- Critical care expertise
- Chronic disease management
- Electronic health records (EHR) management
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Clinical documentation skills
- Patient advocacy
- Precepting and mentoring
- Nursing leadership
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse.
Alabama License #1-166327
Issued 1/20/2018
Exp. 12/31/26 - ACLS, 06/01/26
- BLS, 06/01/26
Timeline
RN
Cohn Plastic Surgery
09.2022 - Current
RN
St. Vincent's UAB
01.2019 - Current
RN
UAB
01.2018 - 05.2020
Administrative assistant and receptionist, Manager of dealer trades
Royal Automotive
01.2013 - 12.2018
Fire Controlman
US Navy
06.2006 - 06.2011
RN -
Jefferson State Community College