Annie Law, MSN, APRN
Houston,Tx
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse Leader with several years of experience delivering evidence-based care and fostering collaborative team environments. Skilled in training nursing staff, enhancing patient outcomes, and driving innovation in healthcare settings. Proven leader adept at guiding teams to meet patient care goals while cultivating a culture of open communication and idea-sharing.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Per Diem Registered Nurse
AMERICAN STAFFING
08.2012 - Current
RN, PACU
The Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston, TX
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Delivered pre-and postoperative care to patients in PACU, ensuring comfort and safety during recovery.
- Coordinated with surgical teams to facilitate seamless patient transitions and enhance recovery experiences.
- Instructed patients and families on post-operative care, promoting understanding and compliance for better outcomes.
- Implemented safety measures to prevent complications during recovery.
- Documented patient progress and communicated changes to healthcare team.
- Trained new staff on best practices in post-anesthesia care procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
ED PRN RN nights
Willis Knighton Medical Center
Shreveport, LA
04.2023 - 05.2023
ED RN Nights
Oakland Medical Center
Richmond, Tx
09.2022 - 02.2023
ED RN Nights
Pacific Health Staffing
Lancaster, CA
04.2022 - 07.2022
ED/MS Float RN Covid Unit
Krucial Staffing
San Antonio, Tx
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Triage and stabilize incoming patients, perform and read cardiac rhythms and 12-lead EKGs, and assist in minor operative procedures in the emergency room including suturing, chest tube placement, casting broken bones, and intubation.
- Provided patient care across multiple facilities, addressing diverse healthcare needs effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring timely adjustments to treatments.
ED/PCU/MS Float RN
Krucial Staffing
Pearland, Tx
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Triage and stabilize incoming patients, perform and read cardiac rhythms and 12-lead EKGs, assist in minor operative procedures in the emergency room such as suturing, chest tube placement, casting broken bones, and intubation.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented vital signs accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
ED/Med-Surg Onc FLOAT
Favorite Staffing
Houston, Tx
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Triage & stabilize incoming patients, perform & read cardiac rhythms and 12-lead EKGs, assist in minor operative procedures performed in the emergency room such as suturing, chest tube placement, casting broken bones & intubation. Clean wounds & apply sutures. Draw blood, start intravenous lines & administer emergency medications. Float to PCU, MS/Covid unit for staffing shortage.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Vaccine RN & Kaiser LA ED RN
Snap Nurse
Los Angeles
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Vaccine RN - prepared and administered vaccines to ensure community health and safety.
- Kaiser ED RN - triaged and stabilized incoming patients, performed and interpreted cardiac rhythms and 12-lead EKGs, assisted in minor operative procedures including suturing, chest tube placement, casting broken bones, and intubation; cleaned wounds, applied sutures, drew blood, started intravenous lines, and administered emergency medications to enhance patient outcomes.
ED/MS/Tele/PCU/Psych/Onc
CHI St Lukes Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020
ED/MS/Tele/Psychiatric Nurse PRN
Pace Mental Health Houston, LLC
Houston
05.2018 - 03.2020
Charge Nurse-FT
The Methodist Hospital TMC
Houston, Tx
08.2015 - 02.2019
- ED RN -triage & stabilize incoming patients, perform & read cardiac rhythms and 12-lead EKGs, assist in minor operative procedures performed in the emergency room such as suturing, chest tube placement, casting broken bones & intubation. Clean wounds & apply sutures. Draw blood, start intravenous lines & administer emergency medications. Float to PCU, MS/Psych unit for staffing shortage.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care at a leading hospital.
- Managed patient admissions, discharges, and transfers within the healthcare facility.
- Coordinated communication between medical teams and patients for effective treatment plans.
ER Admissions RN
Sacred Oak Medical Center
12.2017 - 04.2018
Intake RN – PRN
Kingwood Pines Hospital
09.2017 - 04.2018
Psychiatric Nurse RN
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
11.2016 - 09.2017
- Provide continuous and comprehensive services necessary for the promotion of optimal mental health, prevention and treatment of psychiatric disorders and health maintenance to children, adolescents and adults in an outpatient clinical setting. This includes the assessment, diagnosis, and medical management of mental health problems, psychiatric disorders including addiction, correctional population in clinic and remotely (telepsychiatry). The APRN works collaboratively with other on site medical and mental health providers as well as with community PCPs and school personnel.
Inpatient Hospice Clinical Manager
Memorial Hermann Healthcare System
<ul>
<li>Oversaw daily operations of clinical departments, enhancing patient care through streamlined processes.</li>
<li>Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff and clinical teams.</li>
<li>Collaborated with healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.</li>
<li>Managed scheduling and staffing, optimizing resource allocation to meet patient needs effectively.</li>
<li>Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies in all clinical practices.</li>
<li>Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings, improving communication and collaboration among healthcare providers.</li>
<li>Evaluated clinical performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and development.</li>
<li>Managed daily operations including staffing levels, budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation.</li>
<li>Intervened on behalf of patients to ensure optimal outcomes.</li>
<li>Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.</li>
<li>Enforced compliance with local, state and federal healthcare regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid requirements, HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA.</li>
</ul>
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Oversaw daily operations of clinical departments, enhancing patient care through streamlined processes.
- Developed and implemented training programs for nursing staff and clinical teams.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.
- Managed scheduling and staffing, optimizing resource allocation to meet patient needs effectively.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies in all clinical practices.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings, improving communication and collaboration among healthcare providers.
- Evaluated clinical performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and development.
- Managed daily operations including staffing levels, budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation.
- Intervened on behalf of patients to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
- Enforced compliance with local, state and federal healthcare regulations, including Medicare and Medicaid requirements, HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA.
RN House Supervisor Nights
St. Anthony’s Hospital
02.2013 - 01.2014
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
ST LUKE'S SUGARLAND HOSPITAL
02.2009 - 05.2012
Clinical Nursing Director of Med/Surg & ICU
ANGLETON DANBURY MEDICAL CENTER
<ul>
<li>Directed strategic initiatives that improved patient care and operational efficiency across departments.</li>
<li>Collaborated with medical staff to elevate service delivery and increase patient satisfaction scores.</li>
<li>Collaborated with medical staff to improve service delivery and patient satisfaction.</li>
<li>Managed interdisciplinary teams to foster collaboration and improve communication between departments.</li>
<li>Developed training programs to advance staff skills and professional development.</li>
<li>Established partnerships with community organizations to support health education initiatives.</li>
<li>Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated, and mentored staff members effectively.</li>
<li>Conducted regular meetings with department heads to assess progress on strategic initiatives.</li>
</ul>
06.2007 - 01.2009
- Directed strategic initiatives that improved patient care and operational efficiency across departments.
- Collaborated with medical staff to elevate service delivery and increase patient satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with medical staff to improve service delivery and patient satisfaction.
- Managed interdisciplinary teams to foster collaboration and improve communication between departments.
- Developed training programs to advance staff skills and professional development.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to support health education initiatives.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated, and mentored staff members effectively.
- Conducted regular meetings with department heads to assess progress on strategic initiatives.
Off Shift Administrator
MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
<ul>
<li>Managed daily administrative tasks to support clinical operations at cancer treatment center, ensuring smooth workflow.</li>
<li>Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance communication and service delivery, fostering a patient-centered environment.</li>
<li>Implemented office procedures that streamlined operations and increased staff productivity.</li>
<li>Supervised administrative staff, delegating tasks to optimize workload distribution.</li>
<li>Trained new administrative staff on organizational policies and patient care support practices.</li>
<li>Served as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including clients and partners.</li>
<li>Analyzed operational processes and recommended improvements to boost efficiency.</li>
<li>Created presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint for the management team.</li>
</ul>
02.2006 - 06.2007
- Managed daily administrative tasks to support clinical operations at cancer treatment center, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance communication and service delivery, fostering a patient-centered environment.
- Implemented office procedures that streamlined operations and increased staff productivity.
- Supervised administrative staff, delegating tasks to optimize workload distribution.
- Trained new administrative staff on organizational policies and patient care support practices.
- Served as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including clients and partners.
- Analyzed operational processes and recommended improvements to boost efficiency.
- Created presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint for the management team.
Lymphoma/Leukemia Case Manager
MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
02.2005 - 02.2006
Med-Surg RN/Charge RN
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
06.1999 - 02.2005
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
PRAIRIE VIEW A & M UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING
Prairie View, TX05.1999
Skills
- Emergency coordination expertise
- Patient advocacy and support
- Epic charting system proficiency
- Compliance with standards and regulations
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration in healthcare
- Resource management for personnel
- Staff training and development initiatives
- Quality process enhancements
- Financial management and budgeting skills
- Strategic visionary capabilities
- Critical thinking analysis
- Operational process oversight
- Decision-making autonomy
- Team communication skills
- Strong relationship building
Certification
• BLS
• ACLS
• PALS
• NIHSS Certification
• Chemotherapy Certification (previously held)
• ACLS
• PALS
• NIHSS Certification
• Chemotherapy Certification (previously held)
Additional Information
Additional work experience and professional references available upon request.
Personal Information
Title: MSN, APRN, BSN, RN
License Number
RN 661200
Timeline
RN, PACU
The Houston Methodist Hospital
06.2023 - 11.2025
ED PRN RN nights
Willis Knighton Medical Center
04.2023 - 05.2023
ED RN Nights
Oakland Medical Center
09.2022 - 02.2023
ED RN Nights
Pacific Health Staffing
04.2022 - 07.2022
ED/MS Float RN Covid Unit
Krucial Staffing
01.2022 - 03.2022
ED/PCU/MS Float RN
Krucial Staffing
08.2021 - 12.2021
ED/Med-Surg Onc FLOAT
Favorite Staffing
06.2021 - 08.2021
Vaccine RN & Kaiser LA ED RN
Snap Nurse
01.2021 - 05.2021
ED/MS/Tele/PCU/Psych/Onc
CHI St Lukes Hospital
01.2020 - 03.2020
ED/MS/Tele/Psychiatric Nurse PRN
Pace Mental Health Houston, LLC
05.2018 - 03.2020
ER Admissions RN
Sacred Oak Medical Center
12.2017 - 04.2018
Intake RN – PRN
Kingwood Pines Hospital
09.2017 - 04.2018
Psychiatric Nurse RN
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
11.2016 - 09.2017
Charge Nurse-FT
The Methodist Hospital TMC
08.2015 - 02.2019
Inpatient Hospice Clinical Manager
Memorial Hermann Healthcare System
02.2014 - 01.2015
RN House Supervisor Nights
St. Anthony’s Hospital
02.2013 - 01.2014
Per Diem Registered Nurse
AMERICAN STAFFING
08.2012 - Current
Charge Nurse/Staff Nurse
ST LUKE'S SUGARLAND HOSPITAL
02.2009 - 05.2012
Clinical Nursing Director of Med/Surg & ICU
ANGLETON DANBURY MEDICAL CENTER
06.2007 - 01.2009
Off Shift Administrator
MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
02.2006 - 06.2007
Lymphoma/Leukemia Case Manager
MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
02.2005 - 02.2006
Med-Surg RN/Charge RN
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
06.1999 - 02.2005
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
PRAIRIE VIEW A & M UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF NURSING