MICHAEL ANTHONY CARRILLO
registered nurse
Hoschton,GA
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined Registered Nurse with 16+ years of medical experience and 12 years in nursing, including critical care, surgical recovery, and trauma settings. Highly skilled in post-anesthesia recovery, advanced hemodynamic support, and rapid clinical decision-making in high-acuity environments. Proven leader and preceptor recognized for composure under pressure, strong patient advocacy, and excellence in multidisciplinary collaboration. Purpose-driven, adaptable, and grounded in lifelong learning and clinical mastery.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology
Northside Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Deliver immediate post-operative care for surgical and interventional patients across multiple specialties, including cardiovascular, thoracic, and interventional radiology cases.
- Manage airway stability, hemodynamics, and pain control in collaboration with anesthesia providers.
- Monitor and interpret complex clinical data, titrate medications, and respond rapidly to changing patient conditions.
- Utilize Cerner and Epic EMR for accurate documentation, medication reconciliation, and interdisciplinary communication.
- Precept and mentor new nurses and students, promoting high standards of clinical competency and patient safety.
- Actively participate in unit-based quality improvement, infection prevention, and patient safety initiatives.
- Recognized for professionalism and leadership during post-op emergencies and code events.
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
02.2022 - 04.2025
- Provided critical care to post-operative open-heart, valve replacement, and vascular surgery patients.
- Managed patients on advanced life support modalities including CRRT, ECMO, Impella, IABP, and EKOS.
- Acted as clinical preceptor and educator for nurses transitioning into open-heart recovery.
- Partnered with palliative care, hospice, and case management to ensure patient-centered continuity of care.
- Maintained compliance with DNV and hospital standards while achieving consistent performance commendations.
Licensed Vocational Nurse – PRN Float Pool
Wise Staff | Brooke Army Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Delivered care within Medical/Surgical and Intermediate Care Units, adapting rapidly to new environments and varying patient acuity levels.
- Collaborated with primary RNs and interdisciplinary teams to meet individualized patient care goals.
Licensed Vocational Nurse – Medical, Burn, and Surgical Trauma ICUs
U.S. Army | Brooke Army Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Managed critically injured and burn patients; supervised ICU teams as NCOIC (Floor Manager equivalent).
- Directed operations, maintained accountability of high-value medical assets, and enforced adherence to military clinical standards.
Licensed Vocational Nurse – 102nd Forward Surgical Team
Fort Lewis
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Oversaw ICU setup and readiness for combat surgical operations; managed $1.7M in medical assets.
- Supported trauma surgery and critical care in austere and high-tempo environments.
Combat Medic / EMT-A
U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2008 - 05.2014
- Delivered prehospital trauma care and field stabilization; served as Squad Leader for 12 soldiers.
- Organized national medical training exercises; certified BLS/ACLS instructor (2009–2010).
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing -
San Antonio College
01.2021
Practical Nursing Program - undefined
U.S. Army Medical Department
01.2012
Skills
- Post-Anesthesia Recovery
- Airway Management
- Hemodynamic Stabilization
- Pain & Sedation Management
- CRRT / ECMO / Impella / IABP Proficiency
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Cerner and Epic EMR Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- Preceptorship & Mentorship
- Infection Prevention
- Rapid Response & Code Management
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Georgia (Active)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Scale
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology
Northside Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
02.2022 - 04.2025
Licensed Vocational Nurse – PRN Float Pool
Wise Staff | Brooke Army Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2022
Licensed Vocational Nurse – Medical, Burn, and Surgical Trauma ICUs
U.S. Army | Brooke Army Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2019
Licensed Vocational Nurse – 102nd Forward Surgical Team
Fort Lewis
06.2014 - 06.2016
Combat Medic / EMT-A
U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2008 - 05.2014
Practical Nursing Program - undefined
U.S. Army Medical Department
Associate of Science in Nursing -
San Antonio College