Angela Williams

• Initial Patient Assessment:Conducts a comprehensive assessment of the patient's condition, including vital signs, physical examination, and review of medical history.
  Identifies potential risks and concerns related to the patient's admission.
• Medical History and Documentation:Collects and documents the patient's medical history, including allergies, medications, and past surgeries.
  Ensures accurate and timely documentation of all relevant information in the patient's chart.
• Patient Education and Support:Provides information and education to patients and their families about their treatment plan, procedures, and expected outcomes.
  Offers emotional support and reassurance to patients and families during a potentially stressful time.
• Coordination of Care:Coordinates with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and other specialists, to ensure a smooth and coordinated admission process.
  Communicates effectively with the healthcare team to ensure that all necessary information is shared and that patient needs are met.
• Admission Process Management:Ensures that all necessary paperwork and forms are completed accurately and timely.
  Prepares patients for further diagnostic tests or procedures.
  Manages the admission process efficiently and effectively.
• Compliance and Standards:Maintains compliance with regulatory and institutional policies and procedures.Participates in continuing education to stay current with nursing practices and standards.
  
• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify physical, psychological, and emotional needs of patients.
• Care Planning: Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans that address specific patient needs and goals.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and families about the rehabilitation process, self-care techniques, and how to prevent further injuries or illnesses.
• Medication and Treatment: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Progress Monitoring: Evaluate and document patient progress, adjusting the rehabilitation plan as needed.
• Discharge Planning: Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a smooth transition to the appropriate level of care.
• Emotional Support: Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Advocacy: Advocate for patient's rights and ensure they receive high-quality care.
• Vital Sign Monitoring: Perform and document vital signs.
• Wound Care: Provide wound care as needed.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and families about their conditions and recovery process.
• Functional Assessment: Conduct functional assessments to evaluate patient abilities.
• Encourage Independence: Support patients in achieving their highest level of independence.
• Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

Skills to Highlight:

• Clinical Judgment: Demonstrate strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and families.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Time Management: Possess strong time management and organizational skills.
• Teamwork: Be a collaborative team player.
• Adaptability: Be adaptable to changing patient needs and situations.
• Compassion: Demonstrate compassion and empathy for patients.
• Patient Safety: Prioritize patient safety and well-being.
• Knowledge of Rehabilitation Principles:Demonstrate a strong understanding of rehabilitation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Common Rehabilitation Conditions: Have experience with common rehabilitation conditions, such as stroke, heart attack, pneumonia, multiple fractures, and spinal cord injuries.
• Experience with Specific Therapies: Mention specific therapies you are experienced in, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy.
• Experience with Specific Populations: Mention any experience with specific patient populations, such as geriatric patients, pediatric patients, or patients with specific injuries or illnesses.
• Proficiency in Documentation: Demonstrate proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) documentation.

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify physical, psychological, and emotional needs of patients.
• Care Planning: Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans that address specific patient needs and goals.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and families about the rehabilitation process, self-care techniques, and how to prevent further injuries or illnesses.
• Medication and Treatment: Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Progress Monitoring: Evaluate and document patient progress, adjusting the rehabilitation plan as needed.
• Discharge Planning: Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure a smooth transition to the appropriate level of care.
• Emotional Support: Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Advocacy: Advocate for patient's rights and ensure they receive high-quality care.
• Vital Sign Monitoring: Perform and document vital signs.
• Wound Care: Provide wound care as needed.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and families about their conditions and recovery process.
• Functional Assessment: Conduct functional assessments to evaluate patient abilities.
• Encourage Independence: Support patients in achieving their highest level of independence.
• Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

Skills to Highlight:

• Clinical Judgment: Demonstrate strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Exhibit strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients and families.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Time Management: Possess strong time management and organizational skills.
• Teamwork: Be a collaborative team player.
• Adaptability: Be adaptable to changing patient needs and situations.
• Compassion: Demonstrate compassion and empathy for patients.
• Patient Safety: Prioritize patient safety and well-being.
• Knowledge of Rehabilitation Principles:Demonstrate a strong understanding of rehabilitation principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Common Rehabilitation Conditions: Have experience with common rehabilitation conditions, such as stroke, heart attack, pneumonia, multiple fractures, and spinal cord injuries.
• Experience with Specific Therapies: Mention specific therapies you are experienced in, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy.
• Experience with Specific Populations: Mention any experience with specific patient populations, such as geriatric patients, pediatric patients, or patients with specific injuries or illnesses.
• Proficiency in Documentation: Demonstrate proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) documentation.

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

• Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
• Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
• Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
• Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
• Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
• Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
• Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
• Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
• Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
• Assisted in development and implementation of new policies and procedures to improve healthcare quality.
• Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
• Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
• Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
• Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care
• Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
• Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
• Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
• Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff.
• Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and timely interventions.
• Managed medication administration safely and accurately while maintaining meticulous documentation in electronic health records systems.
• Provided comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs, informing personalized care plans.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams; fostering trust, understanding, and improved communication across all parties involved.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during rounds, providing input and advocating for patient needs.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the nursing field, applying newly acquired knowledge to improve daily practice.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the unit, adhering to strict infection control protocols and reporting potential risks promptly.
• Supported patients through difficult diagnoses by explaining treatment options, risks, and benefits while addressing any concerns or questions.
• Developed strong relationships with patients'' families by providing regular updates on treatment progress supporting decision-making processes surrounding end-of-life care options when needed.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to enhance patient care delivery.
• Maintained a high level of clinical expertise in managing complex medical cases such as cardiac events, neurological disorders, and oncology treatments; ensuring optimal care delivery.
• Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics through diligent monitoring of patient progress and proactive identification of issues requiring intervention.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
• Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.