Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Carin Rogers

Rathdrum,Idaho

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.


Experienced in managing skilled nursing team and coordinating education and care to staff, patients and families. Skilled in MDS coordination and assessments. I have enjoyed working with patients in settings from long term care, hospice, rehabilitation and in home health settings.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

RN

North Idaho Home Health
02.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.

RN, CMAC

SILVER RIDGE CARE
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Completed MDS assessments for repayment from state and federal healthcare programs.

RN

Ivy Court
03.2020 - 04.2022


  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.

MDSS, RN

Ivy Court Care
10.2023 - 06.2025
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

North Idaho College, Coeur D'alene, ID
05.2011

General -

Post Falls High School, Post Falls, ID
06.1993

Skills

  • Medical Records Management
  • Patient Discharging
  • Patient Assessments
  • Setting Up Referrals
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Care Plan Development
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Sick Visitation Procedures
  • Diagnostic Tools Knowledge
  • Sanitation
  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Education
  • Intakes and Discharges
  • Medication Administration
  • Diabetes and Nutrition Education
  • Patient Education
  • Disease Management Programs
  • Body Mechanics Knowledge
  • Hospice Philosophy Understanding
  • Insulin Medication Assistance
  • Acute and Rehabilitative Care
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Oxygen Saturation Standards
  • Removing Sutures
  • Staff Supervision
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Managing Deadlines
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • Physical Assessment
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Follow-Up Calls
  • Evaluation
  • Home Visits
  • Long-Term Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Pain Management
  • Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Wound Care
  • Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal

Timeline

MDSS, RN - Ivy Court Care
10.2023 - 06.2025
RN - North Idaho Home Health
02.2023 - Current
RN, CMAC - SILVER RIDGE CARE
04.2022 - 02.2023
RN - Ivy Court
03.2020 - 04.2022
North Idaho College - Associate Degree In Nursing, Nursing
Post Falls High School - General ,
Carin Rogers