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Andrea Elizabeth Carroll

Saratoga Springs,UT

Summary

Highly motivated, compassionate, critical care nurse and clinical nursing director/manager, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Experienced in delivering high-quality patient care, within intensive care settings while under pressure. Committed nursing professional, bringing demonstrated clinical expertise and leadership skills. Excels in communication, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient outcomes. Proactive attitude, with ability to learn quickly and handle challenging work with calm demeanor. Prioritizes cultivating a positive culture that's conducive to contributing to a dynamic team success. Eager to assist in helping to grow other nurses, by means of encouragement, support, and education.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Clinical Manager

Pointe Meadows Health and Rehabilitation
Lehi, UT
04.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated resident care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Implemented training programs for nursing staff on established best practices and protocols.
  • Managed staffing and scheduling to ensure adequate coverage for all residents.
  • Monitored compliance with health regulations and quality standards in the facility.
  • Provided mentorship and support to newly hired nurses, fostering professional growth.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, and social workers for comprehensive patient care.
  • Evaluated nursing interventions' outcomes and delivered feedback on best practices.
  • Reviewed daily documentation of controlled substances, addressing discrepancies promptly.

Intensive Care Registered Nurse PRN

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Salt Lake City, Utah/Arizona
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed and responded to complex and dynamic patient situations, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced critical care environment
  • Provided high-quality and compassionate care to critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU), specializing in cardiac, respiratory, and neurologic conditions
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during times of crisis, demonstrating empathy and sensitivity in challenging situations
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the use of advanced medical equipment and technology, including ventilators, hemodynamic monitors, and continuous renal replacement therapy machines
  • Administered critical care medications and treatments per physician orders.
  • Assisted in advanced life support procedures during emergency situations.

Director of Nursing

Cascades Healthcare
, UT
03.2024 - 04.2025
  • Oversaw the daily operations of a large nursing department, consisting of 27 nurses and 32 support staff in large rehab facility with 140 beds.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff members, providing constructive feedback for improvement
  • Provided leadership and guidance to nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment focused on professional growth and development
  • Developed strong relationships with physicians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate effective communication and collaboration in patient care delivery
  • Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to nursing practice standards, licensure requirements, and documentation guidelines
  • Participated in interdisciplinary committees focused on improving patient safety measures such as fall prevention protocols or infection control strategies
  • Led the implementation of electronic health record systems within the nursing department, improving accuracy of documentation and streamlining workflow processes
  • Led interdisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop comprehensive care plans
  • Collaborated with infection control team to implement strategies aimed at reducing healthcare-associated infections such as central line-associated bloodstream infections or catheter-associated urinary tract infections
  • Mentored nurse leaders within the department, providing guidance on leadership development and succession planning initiatives
  • Participated in quality improvement projects focused on reducing hospital readmissions through improved discharge planning processes
  • Managed all scheduling of staff to ensure proper nursing ratios and PPD

Director of Nursing

RMC
Riverton, UT
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Directing, overseeing and evaluating all nursing personnel (registered nurses, LPN etc.)
  • Guiding staffing procedures
  • Setting objectives and long-term goals for the nursing department
  • Being efficient, dedicated, a good listener and a problem-solver to all staff, patients, and families.
  • Organize and coordinate admission, nursing and patient care procedures
  • Develop and enforce policies aiming for legal compliance and high quality standards
  • Control budgets and monitor expenditures
  • Resolve issues and deficiencies when needed
  • Collaborate with other departments and professionals to streamline operations
  • In-depth knowledge of hospital/skilled/rehabilitation procedures and KPI/KQIs of patient care
  • Understanding of basic budgeting and financial reporting
  • Great knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare
  • Excellent ability to lead and develop staff
  • Great communication and people skills
  • Outstanding organizational and stress management skills
  • Aptitude in problem-solving

Registered Nurse (RN) Float (internal Traveler)

Intermountain Healthcare
Salt Lake City, UT
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Floating throughout various units, and floors within medical/specialty units as part of their internal float/ travel team, to assist in staffing needs throughout all Intermountain hospitals in Northern Utah.
  • Provided direct patient care in critical and non-critical settings.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
  • Assisted in emergency procedures, ensuring timely response and support.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Registered Nurse (RN) PRN

Interim HealthCare
, Utah
02.2020 - 03.2023
  • Salt Lake City, UT Working all Covid-19 specialized units due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Working in various facilities, including: hospital/ acute care/ Rehabilitation/ skilled care facilities, hospice.
  • Providing care for various levels of acuity of patients with large patient to nurse ratios. Actively, and frequently participating and running codes during emergent situations. Closely monitoring and assessing frequent changes in patient status, being able to act quickly and proficiently. Demonstrating proper PPE donning/doffing/ and long wear of protective gear. Caring for patients family members via means of frequent communication/updates. Collaboration with all members of nursing and medical staff to ensure positive patient care.

Registered Nurse/Travel Nurse

Focus Point Healthcare
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Worked throughout all Intermountain hospitals in Salt Lake County, Utah County, and park city, and St George Regional in their float pool, in various units. Specialty- Med/ Surg, Acute care, Critical care units, ICU, ED, Crisis response, Charge Nurse impromptu positions.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Provided direct patient care in various departments, ensuring comfort and safety.

LPN

Avalon Health
, Various
10.2019 - 01.2020
  • Traveling to various skilled/rehab facilities.
  • Learning basic nursing skills
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and care plans.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.

Education

Master's degree - Nursing management

Western Governors University
Remote
08-2027

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Draper, UT
06.2025

Associate in Science (AS) - Registered Nursing

AmeriTech College
Draper, UT

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Staff development
  • Clinical supervision
  • Healthcare regulations
  • Ventilation support
  • Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
  • Acute and rehabilitative care Conflict management
  • Quality improvement
  • Leadership development
  • Critical thinking
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clinical leadership
  • Infection control
  • Communication skills
  • Epic
  • Charge experience
  • Nursing Management
  • Acute care
  • Family and patient support
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Team player
  • Travel nursing
  • IV insertion
  • Direct and Indirect Patient Care
  • Triage
  • Critical Care Experience
  • EMR systems
  • End-of-life care
  • Endotracheal intubations
  • Active listening
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Task and work prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Emergency interventions
  • Shock symptom identification
  • Neurological assessment
  • Nurse education and training

Certification

  • Registered Nurse/ Compact state nursing license #11473239-3102 Expires- Jan 27'
  • ACLS
  • PALS Certification
  • LPN
  • CPR Certification
  • CCRN (Adult)
  • NIHSS Certification April 2024 to April 2026
  • BLS Certification September 2023 to September 2025
  • First Aid Certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse Clinical Manager

Pointe Meadows Health and Rehabilitation
04.2025 - Current

Director of Nursing

Cascades Healthcare
03.2024 - 04.2025

Intensive Care Registered Nurse PRN

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
02.2024 - Current

Director of Nursing

RMC
11.2023 - 03.2024

Registered Nurse (RN) Float (internal Traveler)

Intermountain Healthcare
06.2022 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse (RN) PRN

Interim HealthCare
02.2020 - 03.2023

Registered Nurse/Travel Nurse

Focus Point Healthcare
01.2020 - 05.2022

LPN

Avalon Health
10.2019 - 01.2020

Master's degree - Nursing management

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Associate in Science (AS) - Registered Nursing

AmeriTech College

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