Hadley V. Ancell
Spartanburg
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Registered Nurse with over 2 years of hands-on experience in a high-acuity cardiac step-down unit. Adept in patient-centered care, telemetry monitoring, medication administration, and emergency interventions. Known for strong clinical judgment, quick thinking, and compassionate support during critical care and end-of-life transitions. Actively seeking remote RN opportunities in telehealth, case management, or triage nursing to expand patient impact beyond bedside.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Step-Down Nurse
Spartanburg Medical Center
Spartanburg
09.2023 - Current
- Monitor and interpret telemetry strips; respond rapidly to cardiac changes
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities
- Care for patients post-open heart surgery, TAVRs,NSTEMI, cardiac catherizations, pacemakers, ICDS, watchmen, and ablations
- Support families and patients with new diagnoses, palliative care, and hospice transition
- Maintain certifications (BLS, ACLS, NIHSS) and stay current on hospital protocols
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe discharge planning and care coordination
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients; physical and mental health status, documenting findings accurately
- Managed and prioritized multiple patient assignments effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Assisted in emergency situations by providing immediate medical interventions and coordinating with other healthcare professionals
- Served as a resource person for colleagues regarding complex cases requiring specialized nursing interventions
- Responded promptly to call lights or alarms from patients requiring assistance or urgent medical attention.
Keyholder
Barnes & Noble
Spartanburg
05.2019 - 11.2023
- Supervised and trained 20+ staff
- Scheduled shifts, balanced tills, and managed daily deposits
- Provided customer support and resolved escalated issues
- Managed inventory levels and organized stockroom efficiently.
- Managed key holder responsibilities such as opening and closing the store, setting alarms.
- Received shipments from vendors and ensured that all products were properly stocked in their designated locations.
- Supervised employees by providing direction on tasks and expectations regarding customer service standards.
Keyholder
Zales The Diamond Store
Spartanburg
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Handled inventory and high-value merchandise
- Conducted quality checks and repairs
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and recommendations.
- Trained new staff on store policies and customer service techniques.
- Coordinated floor moves, merchandising and display maintenance and monitored floor stock to keep popular items available to buyers.
- Accomplished sales goals by engaging customers, delivering top-notch service and promoting special items.
- Managed key holder responsibilities such as opening and closing the store, setting alarms.
Cashier & Floor Staff
Regal Cinemas
Spartanburg
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Delivered excellent customer service
- Maintained cleanliness and order in a fast-paced environment
- Handled cash, credit, and digital payments while ensuring accuracy in transactions.
- Managed inventory of snacks and beverages to prevent shortages during peak hours.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
Spartanburg, SC07.2023
High School Diploma -
Paul M. Dorman High School
Roebuck, SC05.2017
Skills
- Medication Administration & Documentation
- Telemetry Monitoring & Cardiac Drips
- Care Coordination & Patient Education
- Wound Care & Chest Tube Management
- Post-Cath & Post-Op Recovery (TAVR, Ablations, Pacemakers, ICDs)
- End-of-Life & Hospice Transition Support
- EMR: Epic (trained)
- HIPAA Compliance
- Time Management & Team Collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Oxygen therapy
- Patient safety
- EKG interpretation
- Microsoft office
- IV drug therapy management
- Task prioritization
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), South Carolina, 07/01/23
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- First Aid/CPR
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Professional Attributes
- Critical thinker with excellent attention to detail
- Calm under pressure and skilled in emergency situations
- Effective communicator with both patients and team members
- Empathetic listener and patient advocate
- Enthusiastic learner
Technical And Software Proficiency
- Epic (EMR) – Trained
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- Basic knowledge of telehealth platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
- Mindray
- Citrix
Timeline
Cardiac Step-Down Nurse
Spartanburg Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Keyholder
Barnes & Noble
05.2019 - 11.2023
Keyholder
Zales The Diamond Store
08.2018 - 04.2019
Cashier & Floor Staff
Regal Cinemas
12.2017 - 08.2018
Associate Degree - Nursing
Spartanburg Community College
High School Diploma -
Paul M. Dorman High School