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Caleb Fortner

Empire

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Children's of Alabama Hospital, excelling in critical patient assessments and compassionate care. Proven ability in medication administration and effective communication, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes. Skilled in preoperative and postoperative care, demonstrating strong clinical judgment in high-pressure environments.

Outgoing and compassionate professional with strong aptitude for delivering patient-centered care and seamless coordination in high-paced medical environment. Proficient in preoperative and postoperative care, including patient assessments and monitoring vital signs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Committed to enhancing patient experiences and contributing positively to healthcare team.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Day Surgery

Children's of Alabama Hosital
06.2024 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

UAB Medicine
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.

Education

Nursing

Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL
08-2023

High School Diploma -

Dora High School
Dora
05-2012

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate care
  • Preoperative care
  • Healthcare ethics
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient care assessment
  • Direct patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Postoperative care
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Clear patient communication
  • Wound care
  • Pain management

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Day Surgery

Children's of Alabama Hosital
06.2024 - Current

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
05.2024 - 07.2024

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

UAB Medicine
09.2023 - 05.2024

Nursing

Wallace State Community College

High School Diploma -

Dora High School