Angela D. Derrick
Newberry,SC
Summary
Results-driven nursing professional with an Associate Degree in Nursing from Fortis College and a Bachelor in Nursing from Mary Black College of Nursing. Extensive experience in diverse healthcare settings, demonstrating expertise in patient advocacy, computer proficiency, and meticulous documentation practices. Seeking a challenging opportunity to leverage leadership skills as a proactive Clinical Coordinator, adept at task delegation, staff recruitment, scheduling, and ensuring adherence to safety and health regulations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN-CHARGE NURSE/SUPERVISOR
JF Hawkins Springfield Place
Newberry SC
01.2024 - Current
- Ensured safe and accurate medication administration, leading to a reduction in errors.
- Elevated patient experience with prompt attention to their needs and empathetic communication.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Med Surg-Surgical Floor
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care-Newberry Dialysis
Newberry, SC
05.2022 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
COVID-19 PCR Tester (LPN)
KH Nursing Services
South Carolina
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Read, interpreted and followed written test instructions and procedures to accurately test products.
- Conducted tests and diagnostic procedures using tools such as analyzers, multimeters and power supplies.
- Supported, implemented and helped shape test approach by identifying solutions to recurring issues.
- Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal, oral and blood samples to prevent compromise.
- Reported positive and negative response cases according to established protocols and reporting mandates.
- Assessed vitals while adhering to PPE requirements and other restrictions.
- Interpreted and processed on-site-only test data according to RMI documentation requirements.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal and other regulatory standards.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Nurse Manager Rehab Unit/Floor Nurse (LPN)
JF Hawkins Springfield
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Managed 4 nurses and 8 CNAs and nursing activities in 40-bed Rehab Unit by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Engaged and participated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Worked at least 120 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Office/Clinical Coordinator (LPN)
Little Mountain Family Health
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned and documented patient and clinical care activities.
- Implement new policies and educate staff on changes.
- Developed and adjusted work schedules for staff
- Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of 2 physicians, nurses and support staff.
- Ordered and maintained appropriate stock of medications and supplies.
- Identified nurses' and staff training needs and devised training programs to close gaps.
- Monitored, analyzed and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
- Oversaw quality assurance programs to enhance performance and consistently achieve superior care standards.
- Managed emergency patients and handled patient treatment concerns.
- Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
- Provided care and progress reports to patients.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Motivated and supervised 1 LPN and 2 CMAs in delivering quality patient care.
Office /Wellness Nurse (LPN)
Fairfield Medical Associates, Winnsboro
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Explained ways to holistically alleviate depression and anxiety, which included meditation and yoga.
- Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon his or her health needs.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare providers and documented this information on patient charts.
- Discussed such topics as proper nutrition and lifestyle changes to help patients live healthier lives.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Primary Care Nurse (LPN)
LifePoint, Providence Health-Three Rivers Medical Associates
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease.
- Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders.
- Evaluated and assessed phone calls from facilities, physician offices, hospitals and patients to handle urgent issues and prioritize care.
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
- Used ATHENA to maintain patient medical records, accurately recording vital statistics, medical histories, vital statistics and test results.
- Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease.
- Resupplied offices and examination rooms, labeled drawers and ordered new stock.
- Handled patient pharmacy needs by phoning in prescriptions to patients' preferred pharmacies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
USC Upstate-Mary Black College of Nursing
Spartanburg, SC12.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College
Columbia, SC07.2021
Associate Degree - undefined
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC1998
Diploma - undefined
Midlands Technical College
SC1992
Skills
- Vital Signs
- EKG’s
- Venipuncture
- Immunizations,
- Injections
- Audiometry
- Vision Test
- IV Therapy
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Treadmill Stress Test
- Data Lab Entry
- Drug Screens
- Tuberculosis Screening
- CDL Physicals
- Train Employees
- Patient Flow Coordination
- Unit Leadership
- Staff Development
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Health Education
- Direct Patient Care
- Seasoned in Medical Clinical Procedures
- Clinical Inventory Control
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Diagnostic Services Monitoring
- Community-Based Educational Programs
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Patient Care Assessment
- Health Information Systems (HIS)
- Infection Control
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Staff Management
- Patient Care Planning
OBJECTIVE STATEMENT
To obtain a Registered Nurse role and provide quality healthcare to patients, drawing on excellent communication skills, solid stamina, management acuity gained through previous supervisory experience, clinical training and practical experience.
Certification
RN| State of SC | 2022 LPN| State of SC | 2003 Intermediate EMT|1990
Timeline
RN-CHARGE NURSE/SUPERVISOR
JF Hawkins Springfield Place
01.2024 - Current
Med Surg-Surgical Floor
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
02.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care-Newberry Dialysis
05.2022 - 12.2023
COVID-19 PCR Tester (LPN)
KH Nursing Services
10.2020 - 12.2022
Nurse Manager Rehab Unit/Floor Nurse (LPN)
JF Hawkins Springfield
01.2018 - 01.2020
Office/Clinical Coordinator (LPN)
Little Mountain Family Health
01.2018 - 10.2018
Office /Wellness Nurse (LPN)
Fairfield Medical Associates, Winnsboro
01.2017 - 01.2018
Primary Care Nurse (LPN)
LifePoint, Providence Health-Three Rivers Medical Associates
01.2016 - 01.2017
Associate Degree - undefined
Piedmont Technical College
Diploma - undefined
Midlands Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
USC Upstate-Mary Black College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Fortis College