Angie Wooten
120 Nittany South Way
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology/Medical Surgical- Registered Nurse
Valley Health-Winchester Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PICC lines.
- Closely monitored administration of chemotherapeutic medications via peripheral IV's and venous access devices.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered medications and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for infections, cancer or heart and kidney problems.
- Accessed and de-accessed ports for infusion of blood products and IV therapies.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Cultivated warm and compassionate atmosphere for patients receiving chemotherapy.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Float Pool Nursing Assistant- WMC
Winchester Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Check patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Maximize patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Wipe down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient interaction to reduce instances of infection.
- Agree to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Monitor, track and convey important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offer immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Emergency Department- SMH (Preceptorship)
Valley Health
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
INOVA Fairfax-Children's Oncology Unit Volunteer
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
03.2015 - 08.2016
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
- Reported patient requests, concerns and other observations to staff.
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
- Transported patients and helped with discharge procedures.
- Adhered to policies and procedures to promote hospital mission and vision.
- Supplied care instructions and educational materials to inform patients of care plan and next steps.
Medical Assistant
Gastroenterology Associates Pllc
07.2012 - 08.2015
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Arranged surgeries with surgical center, confirming times with patients and preparing admission and consent forms.
- Collected and documented patient medical information.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
INOVA Urgent Care-Medical Assistant Externship
INOVA Urgent Care
02.2008 - 03.2008
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Collected histories, vitals and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Laurel Ridge Community College
Middletown05.2023
Skills
- Disease Processes
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Monitoring
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Postoperative Complications
- Medication Administration
- Patient Admission
- Patient Education
- Blood Product Transfusion
- Monitoring Recovery
- Test Interpretations
- Family Guidance
- Pain Management
- Diabetes and Nutrition Education
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Oxygen Saturation Standards
- Disease Specialization
- Emergency Procedures
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Epic Systems
Timeline
Oncology/Medical Surgical- Registered Nurse
Valley Health-Winchester Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Emergency Department- SMH (Preceptorship)
Valley Health
01.2023 - 03.2023
Float Pool Nursing Assistant- WMC
Winchester Medical Center
01.2022 - 07.2023
INOVA Fairfax-Children's Oncology Unit Volunteer
INOVA Fairfax Hospital
03.2015 - 08.2016
Medical Assistant
Gastroenterology Associates Pllc
07.2012 - 08.2015
INOVA Urgent Care-Medical Assistant Externship
INOVA Urgent Care
02.2008 - 03.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Laurel Ridge Community College
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