Carey Duhon
Slidell,LA
Summary
Self-motivated Licensed Practical Nurse brings proven leadership, organizational and customer relations skills. Independently solves problems and keeps teams on task to handle diverse business requirements. History retaining clients and talented staff.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse Coordinator
Tulane University
09.2022 - Current
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms and leading staff, while providing direct patient care.
Licensed Practical Nurse Team Leader
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Coordinated clinic staffing, adjusting schedules to account for personnel absences and changing patient loads.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning by staying up-to-date with industry trends and evidence-based practice guidelines, thereby ensuring optimal care for all patients.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, scheduled staff, and delegated work assignments while providing direct patient care.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired well-qualified nursing staff.
- Evaluated and improved team member performance through coaching and training.
Stay at Home Mom/Small Business Co-Owner
4-Tech Performance
03.2006 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Managed financial operations and investments to maximize profits and minimize costs.
- Implemented innovative marketing campaigns to expand customer base and increase brand awareness.
- Enhanced business operations by implementing efficient management strategies and streamlining processes.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
03.2004 - 01.2007
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Teche Regional Medical Center-Rheumatology and Endocrinology Clinic
03.2001 - 03.2004
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
Floor Nurse
Teche Regional Medical Center- Woman/Child Services
09.1997 - 03.2001
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of position by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Managed the care of diverse patient populations, adapting my nursing interventions to meet their unique needs and preferences.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations, providing critical interventions under high-pressure circumstances.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through compassionate care and effective communication.
Education
Practical Nursing
Louisiana Technical College
Morgan City, LA09.1997
Skills
- BLS and ACLS Certification
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- EMR / EHR
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Performance Evaluations
- Decision-Making
- Process Improvement
- Schedule Management
- Licensed by Louisiana nursing board
- Intravenous therapy
- Phlebotomy
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse Coordinator
Tulane University
09.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse Team Leader
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
01.2019 - 08.2022
Stay at Home Mom/Small Business Co-Owner
4-Tech Performance
03.2006 - 01.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
03.2004 - 01.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Teche Regional Medical Center-Rheumatology and Endocrinology Clinic
03.2001 - 03.2004
Floor Nurse
Teche Regional Medical Center- Woman/Child Services
09.1997 - 03.2001
Practical Nursing
Louisiana Technical College
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