Angelita (Angie) Taylor
La Grange,TX
Summary
Proven in enhancing patient outcomes through effective health promotion and vital signs monitoring. Specializing in equipment sterilization and medical equipment operation, I consistently exceed employer expectations without compromising compassionate care. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Colon Hydrotherapist
Optimum Health Enterprises
12.2021 - Current
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Schulenberg Regency Nursing Center
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Interacted smoothly with patients and loved ones, updated on care plans and advocated for needs.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented medications administered, treatments, and patient procedures performed in appropriate records according to privacy requirements.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using [Software].
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
Certified Medication Aide
Schulenberg Regency Nursing Center
04.2012 - 10.2017
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
- Counted and recorded medication inventory routinely to maintain medication security and control.
- Administered psychotropic medications and anxiety education to patients to provide mental health care.
- Reviewed medication orders for accuracy and completeness before administering medication.
- Reordered medication to maintain adequate supply.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
Certified Nurses Aide
Monument Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
02.2006 - 03.2012
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Career Point College
Austin10.2016
GED -
Victoria College
Victoria, TX1994
Skills
- Health Promotion
- Equipment Sterilization
- Client rapport building
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Healthcare ethics
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
Certification
- Certified Colon Hydrotherapist
- LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse
- CMA - Certified Medication Aide
- CNA - Certified Nurses Aide
Timeline
Colon Hydrotherapist
Optimum Health Enterprises
12.2021 - Current
Licensed Vocational Nurse
Schulenberg Regency Nursing Center
10.2017 - 11.2021
Certified Medication Aide
Schulenberg Regency Nursing Center
04.2012 - 10.2017
Certified Nurses Aide
Monument Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
02.2006 - 03.2012
No Degree - Nursing
Career Point College
GED -
Victoria College