Angela Watts
Fair Oaks
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rensselaer Care Center
Rensselaer
04.2014 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including hygiene and mobility.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and medication management.
- Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to residents and their families.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on procedures and best practices.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette , IN 01.2012 - 12.2014
Skills
- Administering medications
- Patient assessment
- Electronic medical records
- Infection control
- Care plan development
- Patient education
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Attention to detail
- Wound care
- Pain management
- Breathing treatments
- Documenting incidents
- Staff supervision
- Behavioral assessment
- Emergency response
- Care planning
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rensselaer Care Center
04.2014 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
01.2012 - 12.2014