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Andrea Howard

@andreahoward1

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I am an experienced registered nurse delivering compassionate, evidence-based patient care and clinical leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a patient-centered nursing role in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team where I can lead, precept, and deliver high-quality chronic disease management and patient education.

I am a dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive clinical experience providing compassionate care in hospital settings.

I deliver comprehensive assessments, administer medications and treatments, manage IVs and laboratory result interpretation, and document care accurately in electronic medical records.

I collaborate closely with physicians, precept new staff, advocate for patients, and maintain infection-control and safety standards in fast-paced environments.

I am committed to culturally sensitive patient education, diabetes and chronic disease management, and thrive in multidisciplinary teams focused on high-quality, patient-centered care and continuous learning.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Registered Nurse

Current

Deaconess

Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 4 months)

Provide comprehensive nursing care and education to patients with chronic illnesses, administering medications and treatments per physician orders while ensuring infection-control and regulatory compliance. Monitor vital signs, assist with procedures, and act as patient advocate within multidisciplinary teams.

IV Management Patient Education Vital Signs Chronic Disease Management

Registered Nurse

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital

Apr 2009 - Apr 2018 (9 years)

Provided nursing care and education to patients with chronic illnesses, administered medications and treatments per physician orders, and documented patient progress accurately in the electronic medical record. Monitored vital signs, administered injections, assisted with medical procedures, and maintained current nursing practices through continuing education.

Vital Signs Patient Education Chronic Disease Management Continuing Education