Tessa Angeles BSN, RN,PCCN
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Driven nursing professional with 15 years of experience in acute and critical care environments. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neuro- Cardiac IMCU Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
Tallahassee City, Florida USA
05.2022 - Current
- Assumes direct and indirect responsibility for the patient's care environment
- The primary responsibility is providing care through collaboration with health care team members and the autonomous application of the nursing process
- Also provides leadership, mentoring and role modeling for other members of the health care team
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coordination and delegation of care in a safe, secure, and clean environment
- Care provided displays respect for the patient’s rights, dignity, values, confidentiality and expressed needs
- Adaptable, using evidenced based practice and information technologies while maintaining focus on providing comfort, relieving pain, and alleviating anxiety.
Critical Care Nurse
Cambridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center
Abu Dhabi City, United Arab Emirates
10.2017 - 01.2022
- I am an experienced nurse with a strong background in critical care and ventilator patient management
- My responsibilities include conducting initial assessments of patients and families to determine their care needs, conducting thorough physical assessments, and reviewing medical histories
- For ventilator patients, I assess their condition to establish the best and safest ventilator setup, creating a nursing action plan accordingly
- I am meticulous in maintaining detailed documentation, including assessments, clinical notes, and care plans, and communicate any changes in patient status to the primary physician promptly, obtaining or receiving physician orders as necessary
- I use health assessment data to determine nursing diagnoses and follow medication administration protocols to minimize errors
- Monitoring patient progress and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safety and compliance with care plans are crucial aspects of my role
- I initiate preventive and clinical nursing procedures, administer medications and treatments as prescribed, and provide counseling to patients and families
- I also supervise practical nurses and healthcare assistants, ensuring skilled care is provided as per the plan of care
- Additionally, I identify discharge planning needs and implement them prior to patient discharge
- My organizational skills allow me to effectively prioritize my workload independently, and I am adept at functioning under stressful situations while remaining flexible
- I adhere to the dress code and maintain a professional appearance, while also always maintaining patient confidentiality
- My punctuality and adherence to organizational policies are consistent, and I continuously update my clinical knowledge through self-directed education.
ICU Staff Nurse
Hafr Al Batin Central Hospital, Ministry of Health
Hafr Al Batin City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
03.2014 - 02.2017
- As an ICU nurse, I perform a variety of supportive and technical nursing skills, utilizing a range of equipment for specific medical and nursing treatments, monitoring techniques, and other diagnostic, therapeutic, and supportive measures
- I initiate and perform nursing measures based on patients' needs, including physical and mental comfort, positioning and mobilization, nutrition and hydration, elimination, skin and wound care, respiration support, hygiene, and communication
- I attend to always assigned ICU patients, endorsing patients to other nurses only under exceptional circumstances, and ensure that patients are never left unattended, maintaining direct close observation with basic monitoring
- I also escort patients during inter and intra-hospital transfers
- In addition to direct patient care, I am responsible for receiving full endorsement for assigned patients at the beginning of duty and providing full endorsement to the next shift
- I am adept at identifying patients' current problems, anticipating management plans, and preparing for possible complications, with the ability to react immediately and correctly if such complications occur
- I ensure that investigations for assigned patients are conducted correctly and timely, with follow-up of results and immediate notification of the ICU doctor
- I also regularly check the list of medications for ICU patients for availability and inform concerned medical staff of any unavailability, taking necessary precautions for all medications given, and strictly following the policy for restricted drugs.
Long Term ICU Staff Nurse
Health Oasis Hospital
Riyadh City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
07.2011 - 08.2013
- I apply an evidence-based approach in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care
- This includes conducting full physical assessments, developing comprehensive care plans, implementing nursing interventions, evaluating outcomes, and revising and updating care plans as indicated
- I administer medications, stat orders, treatments, and GT and NGT feedings safely, while observing for any adverse reactions
- Additionally, I act as a charge nurse as per the schedule given by the head nurse, delegating tasks to staff nurses to ensure holistic patient care
- I serve as a bridge between clients and the healthcare team, and I am a member of the Code Blue team, responding to all code blues called within the hospital
- I assess, evaluate, and coordinate supplies for medicines and equipment needed to provide optimal care
- I collaborate with the attending physician on laboratory results and client cases, ensuring proper prescriptions
- I work with the head nurse to standardize methods, procedures, and policies for efficient delivery of client care.
ICU/Medical Ward Staff Nurse
Valenzuela Medical Center
Valenzuela City, Philippines
08.2008 - 06.2011
- I provide direct nursing care and identify the nursing needs of clients
- I assist physicians during client examinations and perform procedures such as suctioning, catheterization, chest tube bottle replacement, and enemas
- I administer medications, chart client reactions to medications, and perform post-mortem care
- I follow legal doctor's orders and provide health teachings to clients and their families
- Additionally, I accurately chart medications and treatments given, perform intravenous therapy insertions for both adult and pediatric clients, and closely monitor blood transfusion therapy
- I interpret to clients and families their roles in promoting successful therapy and rehabilitation and provide emergency aids and services
- I assist and coordinate with doctors on laboratory results, confer on client progress, and report special circumstances
- I collaborate in evaluating patient care, teaching programs, and continuity of care
- I also assist new nurses in interpreting and implementing policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Far Eastern University
Manila, Philippines04-2008
Master of Science - Nursing Major in Adult Health
St. Paul University
Manila, PhilippinesSkills
- Critical thinking
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Technical skills
- Empathy and compassion
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Stress management
- Patient advocacy
Languages
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Professional
Certification
- Progressive Care Certified Nurse, under AACN from January 1,2024 to December 31, 2026
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certified, April 14, 2023, to April 14, 2025
- Basic Life Support Certified , March 2, 2023, to March 2, 2025
- Advanced Life Support Certified, June 13, 2022, to June 13, 2024
LICENSES
- Licensed by Illinois and Florida Board of Nursing
- Licensed endorsement for Texas Board of Nursing still on process
Timeline
Neuro- Cardiac IMCU Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
05.2022 - Current
Critical Care Nurse
Cambridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center
10.2017 - 01.2022
ICU Staff Nurse
Hafr Al Batin Central Hospital, Ministry of Health
03.2014 - 02.2017
Long Term ICU Staff Nurse
Health Oasis Hospital
07.2011 - 08.2013
ICU/Medical Ward Staff Nurse
Valenzuela Medical Center
08.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Far Eastern University
Master of Science - Nursing Major in Adult Health
St. Paul University
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