Angelica Granahan
Registered Nurse
HARRISBURG,PA
Summary
Proven Registered Nurse with a track record of ensuring patient rights and compliance with healthcare regulations at the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Skilled in auditing infection control and investigating care complaints, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to patient advocacy. Expert in reviewing medical records and delivering quality care surveys, showcasing both hard and soft skills in a collaborative environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Surveyor
Pennsylvania Department of Health
Harrisburg, PA
12.2018 - Current
- Ensured advocacy for patient needs through consistent support of their rights and beliefs.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Guaranteed adherence to regulations set by local state authorities and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Registered Nurse
Pennsylvania Department Of Corrections
Waymart, PA
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, and medication side effects.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients to gather case history.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Registered Nurse-Emergency Department
Geisinger Community Medical Center
Scranton, PA
12.2013 - 12.2018
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Gathered lab specimens.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Upheld compliance with patient care best practices within the team.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
UPMC Carlisle
Carlisle, PA
10.2016 - 11.2017
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Misericordia University
Dallas, PA05-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA05-2013
Skills
- Performing quality care surveys for state licensure
- Monitoring facility compliance with local state and federal (Medicare and Medicaid) regulations
- Auditing infection control compliance
- Documenting non-compliance of local state and federal (Medicare and Medicaid) regulations
- Issuing deficiencies for non- compliance of local state and federal (Medicare and Medicaid) regulations
- Reviewing patient medical records
- Investigating patient and family care complaints
Certification
- Registered Nurse- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
- License Number: RN651667
- Expiration Date: 10/31/2026
- Status: Active
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Surveyor
Pennsylvania Department of Health
12.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Pennsylvania Department Of Corrections
04.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse-Operating Room
UPMC Carlisle
10.2016 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse-Emergency Department
Geisinger Community Medical Center
12.2013 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Misericordia University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College