Angela Waite
Anderson,SC
Summary
Adept at delivering compassionate care and clinical excellence, I leveraged my expertise in emergency and critical care at Med Trans Corporation/GMR to enhance patient outcomes. My strong clinical judgment and proficiency in medication administration, coupled with a deep commitment to patient and family advocacy, significantly improved satisfaction and health results.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with critical care specialty.
Professional healthcare provider prepared for this role. Adept at patient care, medical procedures, and clinical documentation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in critical thinking and time management.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flight RN
Med Trans Corporation/ GMR
04.2011 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
NSICU RN
AnMed Health Medical Center
10.2010 - 04.2011
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Code Neuro/Level I Trauma ED/Neuro Trauma ICU RN
Saint Luke's Hospital Of Kansas City Neuro Science
07.2005 - 07.2010
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overal
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Longmont United Hospital
06.2000 - 06.2005
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, minimizing risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable ICU patients.
- Advocated for patient needs, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure individualized care plans were developed and executed accordingly.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Operated advanced life support equipment proficiently during emergencies, stabilizing critically ill patients swiftly when necessary.
- Proactively addressed potential issues through regular rounds with physicians which led to early identification of deteriorating conditions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, providing emotional support while addressing medical concerns.
Camp Nurse
The Wilds Christian Camp And Conference Center
06.1999 - 06.2000
- Ensured timely intervention for illnesses or injuries, coordinating with onsite healthcare team members.
- Promoted a supportive and inclusive environment for campers with diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual respect and understanding.
- Maintained a clean and organized infirmary, promoting a sterile environment and reducing infection risks.
- Attended regular staff meetings to discuss camper wellbeing and offer recommendations for improvements when necessary.
- Administered medications to campers accurately, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Provided emergency first aid to injured campers swiftly, minimizing further complications or harm.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05-1999
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Clinical judgment
- Basic life support
- Quality improvement
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessment
- Team coordination
- Medication administration
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Patient care
- Licensed RN
- Patient evaluation
- High level of autonomy
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient and family advocacy
- Cardiac care
- Chronic disease management
- Acute care expertise
- Telemetry monitoring
- Emergency care
- Emergency response
- Critical care
- Emergency procedures
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Timeline
Flight RN
Med Trans Corporation/ GMR
04.2011 - Current
NSICU RN
AnMed Health Medical Center
10.2010 - 04.2011
Code Neuro/Level I Trauma ED/Neuro Trauma ICU RN
Saint Luke's Hospital Of Kansas City Neuro Science
07.2005 - 07.2010
Registered Nurse, ICU
Longmont United Hospital
06.2000 - 06.2005
Camp Nurse
The Wilds Christian Camp And Conference Center
06.1999 - 06.2000
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification (PALS)
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bob Jones University
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