Angela Weeks
Marlton,NJ
Summary
Caring, hard-working and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients, both pediatric and adult population. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Addiction Medicine RN (Charge Detox Nurse)
Recovery Village Cherry Hill @ Cooper (ARS)
Cherry Hill, NJ
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with pharmacists, therapists, and physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans in an interdisciplinary framework
- Medicate all clients per physician order with careful administrative protocols
- Perform detox assessments on all detox clients prior to determining medication administration and dosage (CIWA/COWS)
- Act as patient advocate
- Transfer detox patients to next level of care when applicable
- Administer injections such as Vivitrol, Sublocade, Brixadi, & antibiotic shots
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Perform all admission assessments including, general surveys, blood draws, EKGs, medical history documentation
- Discharged clients at time of completion with all medications ready either on hand or in pharmacy
- Educate all clients on medications and facility protocols
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
Charge Nurse / Detox & Addiction RN
Maryville Addiction Treatment Center
Williamstown, NJ
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Provision of ongoing medical support & nursing care for patients with substance abuse issues / undergoing the detox process / transferals to medication-assisted treatments (short-term and long-term residential)
- Comprehensive nursing assessments: drawing blood, administering TB tests, regularly performing CIWA-AR, COWS, & C-SSRS scales, issuing and interpreting UDS drug screens & urinalysis dipsticks
- Dispensing personal & detox medications such as buprenorphine-naloxone, phenobarbital, & chlordiazepoxide; high accountability for medication counts
- Ongoing assessments of patient conditions, monitoring and reporting of withdrawal symptoms with constant education & emotional support for clients
- Constant documentation of nursing care (KIPU systems)
- Liaison between clients & physicians/counselors/pharmacies to ensure medication authorizations & patient comprehension of treatment plans & constant interdisciplinary collaboration
Registered Nurse/Health Screener
Quest Diagnostics
Magnolia, NJ
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Frequent blood draws and glucose monitoring
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Charge Psychiatric Nurse
Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital
Blackwood, NJ
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Overnight charge nurse on a 30-bed adult inpatient psychiatric unit with client experience ranging from pediatrics, adolescents, adults geriatrics, those with developmental delays and substance abuse issues
- Provision of care for clients undergoing psychiatric conditions such as depression, psychoses, dementia, eating disorders, bipolar/personality disorders, etc.
- Performed all nursing assessments and documentation of nursing care and medication administrations
- Keen ability to immediately establish trust and good rapport with new clients & families; monitoring client well-being & regarding patient-centered care
- Skilled communication for redirection and de-escalation of patient behaviors to minimize need for physical/chemical restraints and maintain safety for all
- Continuous familiarization with evidence-based practices & related ongoing research to assist in navigating mental health crises
- Medication administration (oral, SC, SL, IM, IV)
- Supervised and oriented new nurses, LPNs, and mental health aides
COVID-19 Immunization Nurse
The Salvation Army Kroc Center
Camden, NJ
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Administered the first and/or second doses of the COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer & Moderna) in a community setting to residents of Camden County, NJ
- Recoded client medical histories, vital statistics, and test results in MARs
- Monitored clients after vaccines for side effects or adverse reactions - Inspected vaccine storage units regularly to ensure proper temperature control was maintained.
- Maintained accurate records of all immunizations administered within facility database systems.
- Attended meetings related to public health initiatives or new developments in the field of immunization medicine.
- Participated in public health initiatives designed to increase awareness about the benefits of vaccinations.
- Coordinated with insurance companies regarding coverage for specific immunizations or treatments.
Mental Health Associate (MHA)
Buttonwood Behavioral Health Hospital
Pemberton, NJ
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted registered nurses in admissions and assessments of all patients- Assisted clients with ADLs, emotional support, patient-centered care- Monitored & recorded all vital signs, blood sugar readings, I & O- Supervised clients as ordered on a 1:1 constant 24/7 observation
- Provided psycho education about mental health conditions to clients, families, and other professionals.
- Assisted the nurse in her duties
Medical Assistant
Kadin Foot & Ankle Center
Hainesport, NJ
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Assisted physicians with client care in a podiatry setting (foot & wound care)
- Managed client appointments, insurance verifications/pre-authorizations
Unit Tech (Labor & Delivery VOLUNTEER)
Dignity Health
Mount Shasta, CA
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Administered basic comfort measures such as back rubs or breathing exercises to laboring patients.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to patients during their labor and delivery experience.
- Organized activities for newborns and their families while in the hospital setting.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations according to established protocols.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns throughout labor using specialized equipment.
- Participated in educational workshops on childbirth safety practices, breastfeeding techniques.
- Assisted in transporting patients to and from the labor and delivery unit.
- Facilitated communication between mother, father, family members, and medical staff involved in the birth process.
- Contributed to patient education by providing information about post-delivery care instructions.
- Conducted informational tours of the maternity ward for incoming patients and families.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment within the labor and delivery unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Camden, NJ05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2012
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac life support
- CPI certified
- Medication administration
- Patient advocacy
- Nursing Informatics
- Geriatric Care
- Community health
- Health Promotion
- Research utilization
- Quality Improvement
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Appointment Scheduling
- Mobility Assistance
- Healthcare billing
- Medical assessment
- Care Planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Chronic Disease Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Supply Restocking
- Culturally-sensitive care
- ADL Assistance
- Wound Care
- Critical Care
- Diabetes management
- Health care consultation
- Infectious disease control
- Emergency Response
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Chart updating
- Unit Administration
- Data Collection
- Patient Management
- Case Management
- Long-Term Care
- Sanitation
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Medical Screening
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medisoft
- Nursing Plan Development
- Patient Monitoring
- Staff Supervision
- Feeding Assistance
- IV setup
- Cesarean section preparation
- Neonatal nursing
- SBAR communication
- Patient Check-Ins
- Medication Distribution
- Evaluations
- BAC screening/drug screen collection
- Emergency Procedures
- Mental Health Nursing
- Patient Assessments
- Hearing screenings
- IV drug therapy management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Documenting vitals
Timeline
Addiction Medicine RN (Charge Detox Nurse)
Recovery Village Cherry Hill @ Cooper (ARS)
03.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse / Detox & Addiction RN
Maryville Addiction Treatment Center
09.2022 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse/Health Screener
Quest Diagnostics
08.2022 - 08.2023
Charge Psychiatric Nurse
Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2022
COVID-19 Immunization Nurse
The Salvation Army Kroc Center
01.2021 - 06.2021
Mental Health Associate (MHA)
Buttonwood Behavioral Health Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2021
Medical Assistant
Kadin Foot & Ankle Center
10.2017 - 04.2019
Unit Tech (Labor & Delivery VOLUNTEER)
Dignity Health
09.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Rowan University