Angela Vennie
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Committed, hardworking registered nurse bringing three years of progressive care experience delivering patient-centered, empathetic care to acutely ill patients. Especially passionate and knowledgeable about behavioral health and substance use disorders, having worked on an integrated medical care unit. Eager to challenge myself in a new environment to expand my skill set and engage in meaningful interactions with patients and colleagues. Dedicated to maintaining safety and adhering to facility policies, as well as advocating for patients at all times.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Professional Staff Nurse
UPMC Mercy
01.2021 - Current
- Perform physical assessments to establish individuals' baselines and detect changes in physical and mental statuses
- Administer medications via oral, intravenous and intramuscular routes; monitor responses
- Assess individuals' conditions and report changes to providers; initiate emergency actions as needed
- Manage nasogastric, gastrostomy and jejunostomy tubes; provide enteral nutrition and medications per providers' orders
- Provide wound care and collect wound, blood, urine and stool samples for diagnoses
- Insert indwelling and intermittent urinary catheters; strictly monitor input and output
- Collaborate with providers, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care
- Document all care provided and report incidents per hospital policy
- Educate patients and support personnel on diagnoses and discharge instructions; answer questions accordingly
ABC Certified Fitter-orthotics (CFo)
McKesson Medical-Surgical
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Assessed patients to help physicians determine the appropriate braces for various orthopedic conditions
- Accurately measured patients for off-the-shelf and custom-made orthoses
- Submitted orders and carefully fitted patients with their orthoses, making adjustments as needed, and documenting results accordingly
- Educated patients on proper donning and doffing of their orthoses, as well as proper care techniques
- Followed safe work practices at all times, including the application of proper protective equipment
- Provided feedback to physicians regarding the effectiveness of selected products
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12.2024
Diploma - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA05.2010
Skills
- Basic life support
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Discharge planning
- Precepting
- De-escalation techniques
- Polices and procedures
- Collaboration
Accomplishments
DAISY Team Award
Timeline
Senior Professional Staff Nurse
UPMC Mercy
01.2021 - Current
ABC Certified Fitter-orthotics (CFo)
McKesson Medical-Surgical
02.2012 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Diploma - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
University of Pittsburgh
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