Carey Sullivan
Summary
Highly efficient BSN Nurse with 25 years of experience in healthcare and passion for working with children and adults. Well-versed in health and safety regulations and proficient in medical examination. Brings exemplary communication and coordination to community health.
Experienced healthcare professional recognized for comprehensive patient care and crisis intervention skills. Strong background in trauma-informed care, forensic evidence collection, and patient advocacy. Valued for collaborative approach, adaptability, and consistent delivery of results in high-pressure environments. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality, empathetic communication, and detailed documentation, ensuring trust and thoroughness in every case.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation
08.2023 - Current
- Executed and enforced established medical procedures to maintain orderly environment.
- Ensured strict adherence to chain-of-custody procedures for all evidence collected during examinations, preserving its integrity for potential use in criminal proceedings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for sexual assault survivors, addressing their physical, emotional, and legal needs.
- Reduced trauma for patients through compassionate care and effective communication techniques during examinations.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, interventions, treatments provided, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Contributed to initiatives to advance standards of care and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and district attorneys, to improve services for sexual assault victims.
- Advocated for the rights of sexual assault survivors by working closely with community-based victim advocacy organizations and local law enforcement agencies.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
District School Nurse
Public Schools Of Calumet
04.2019 - 08.2023
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
- Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
- Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Coordinated with outside medical providers regarding student care.
- Assisted in the management of communicable diseases among students.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Attended professional development conferences related to pediatric nursing topics.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Implemented normal growth and development screenings to identify health problems.
- Applied sound decision-making process to school nursing practice.
- Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
District School Nurse
Aspirus Keweenaw
10.2015 - 04.2019
- Did all duties listed on last employment, but was contracted from Aspirus Hospital in Laurium MI
Volunteer Red Cross Nurse
American Red Cross
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Maintained all records of current and past mammograms and results to ensure patients had follow up care and future testing needed.
- Assisted Women's Health NP with all care and needs of the Women's Health Clinc
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
DODEA Schools
12.2012 - 05.2015
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students. Long term subbed for German Host Nation Class, created all lesson plans and activities to teach German and their customs to students K-5.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI12.1997
Skills
- Emergency Services Coordination
- Immunization Record Review
- First Aid and CPR
- Mandated reporting
- Strangulation evaluation
- Photographic documentation
- Human trafficking awareness
- Student Health Evaluation
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Infectious Disease Control
- Victim advocacy
- Teamwork and cooperation
Education and Training
SANE A and SANE P trained IAFN and UofM Flint
Mass Casualty Triage trained and certified
Timeline
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation
08.2023 - Current
District School Nurse
Public Schools Of Calumet
04.2019 - 08.2023
District School Nurse
Aspirus Keweenaw
10.2015 - 04.2019
Volunteer Red Cross Nurse
American Red Cross
10.2013 - 06.2015
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
DODEA Schools
12.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Michigan University
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