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Candy Peters
Registered Nurse
Roy,UT
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in behavioral health with skills in crisis intervention, patient advocacy, and therapeutic communication. Recognized as a highly collaborative team player dedicated to achieving positive outcomes and adapting to changing needs. Valued for reliability, empathy, and strong clinical skills contributing to exceptional patient care.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Mental Health Response Nurse
WakeMed Health and Hospitals, Cary Campus
10.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patients for side effects and treatment efficacy.
- Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Conducted crisis interventions, ensuring safety and effective de-escalation techniques were employed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient support and care outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions and available resources.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and recommend appropriate interventions.
Camp Host
NC Division of Parks and Recreation
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Served as first responder and liaison between park rangers and EMS services for medical emergencies within the campground
- Managed campground operations, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and park guidelines.
- Provided exceptional customer service, assisting visitors with inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of facilities, conducting regular inspections to uphold public health standards.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Cone Health Alamance Regional
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Administered post-anesthesia care to ensure patient stability and comfort post-surgery.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center/ED
Cone Health, Moses Cone Hospital
07.2018 - 04.2022
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices for emergency response and patient management.
Registered Nurse, PACU/Ambulatory Surgery Center
UNC Medical Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Monitored vital signs, assessing patients' recovery progress and identifying complications.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VA Medical Center
11.2014 - 07.2017
- Provided care to the vulnerable population of veterans in the Raleigh/Durham region
- Integral role in development and implementation of behavioral health unit within the emergency department
- Evaluated and improved existing protocols, driving adherence to best practices in emergency nursing care.
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center/ED
WakeMed Health and Hospitals
07.2009 - 10.2014
- Team Leader/Preceptor/Charge Nurse
- Triage instructor for new personnel/extensive knowledge of triage process
- Supervised staff as an Epic power user and trainer
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical conditions, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient treatment plans and improve outcomes.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
Registered Nurse, Life Flight
Duke University Medical Center
10.2007 - 10.2009
- Administered advanced life support and critical care interventions during patient transport.
- Maintained constant communication with destination facilities throughout transports; providing updates on patient status and estimated time of arrival.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alamance Regional Medical Center
06.2002 - 09.2007
- Completed Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Course (SANE) and was a provider of support for rape victims for Alamance County
- Proficient in sexual assault examination, sexual assault kits, and evidence collection
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to maintain high standards of clinical practice in the ER.
- Streamlined workflow processes in high-pressure situations to enhance efficiency and reduce wait times.
Registered Nurse-Travel Nurse, Trauma Center
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Leverage interpersonal communication strengths to establish rapport and build trust with patients and families
- Facilitated smooth transitions between assignments by quickly acclimating to new facilities'' policies, procedures, culture, electronic medical record systems, and staff dynamics.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Flight Medic
United States Air Force
01.1991 - 01.1997
- Assessed, planned, implemented, evaluated and documented medical care for soldiers experiencing life-threatening problems requiring complex assessment, high intensity therapies and interventions
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2025
Associates of Science - Nursing
Patrick Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA01.2002
Skills
- Extensive nursing experience
- Strong multitasking ability
- Strong organizational abilities
- Compassionate approach
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities
- Psychiatric assessment
- Suicide risk assessment
- Clinical documentation
- De-escalation techniques
- Crisis management
- Therapeutic communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN)
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Certification (PMH-BC)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC)
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certification (SANE)
Interests
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Healthcare benefits401k matchWork-life balanceCompany CultureTimeline
Mental Health Response Nurse
WakeMed Health and Hospitals, Cary Campus
10.2023 - Current
Camp Host
NC Division of Parks and Recreation
10.2022 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, PACU
Cone Health Alamance Regional
04.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center/ED
Cone Health, Moses Cone Hospital
07.2018 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, PACU/Ambulatory Surgery Center
UNC Medical Center
08.2017 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VA Medical Center
11.2014 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center/ED
WakeMed Health and Hospitals
07.2009 - 10.2014
Registered Nurse, Life Flight
Duke University Medical Center
10.2007 - 10.2009
Registered Nurse-Travel Nurse, Trauma Center
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alamance Regional Medical Center
06.2002 - 09.2007
Flight Medic
United States Air Force
01.1991 - 01.1997
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associates of Science - Nursing
Patrick Henry Community College
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