Angela Scott
Langley,British Columbia
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Fraser Health Authority, specializing in compassionate caregiving and clinical judgment. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective pre-and post-operative care, vital signs monitoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in problem-solving and providing dependable, responsible care, significantly improving patient comfort and health.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Home Care Provider
Monica Smouter
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed medications for client, ensuring proper administration and timely refills to maintain overall health.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized care and attention in their daily activities.
- Administration of medications and tube fed to clients G-tube
- Increased client comfort by assisting with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments, advocating on their behalf when needed for optimal healthcare outcomes.
- Assisted client with mobility issues by helping them move around their homes safely and comfortably.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Provided emotional support for clients during challenging times, offering companionship and empathy.
- Ensured a clean and healthy living environment by performing light housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishwashing, and tidying up common areas.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Fraser Health Authority
04.2015 - 11.2021
- Educated patients Pre-operatively and post-operatively on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques. Including PCA and Epidural.
- Monitored patients post-operatively.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols with the 3 West Action Team to improve efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Gathered patient data for Hip Fracture Re-design Project and implemented guidelines and education for staff
Student Nurse
Fraser Health Authority
05.2013 - 03.2015
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC06.2014
Veterinary Health Care Assistant
West Coast College of Health Care
Surrey, BC06.2009
High School Diploma -
Maple Ridge Senior Secondary
Maple Ridge, BC06.2003
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Vital signs monitoring
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Clinical judgment
Certification
Practice Permit CRNA #144363
BCLS-HCP May 2024
Timeline
Private Home Care Provider
Monica Smouter
03.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Fraser Health Authority
04.2015 - 11.2021
Student Nurse
Fraser Health Authority
05.2013 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Douglas College
Veterinary Health Care Assistant
West Coast College of Health Care
High School Diploma -
Maple Ridge Senior Secondary
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