Carl Y. Millien
Registered Nurse
Fargo,ND
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
ICU Registered Nurse
Sanford Medical Center
Fargo, North Dakota
12.2024 - Current
- Deliver high-quality critical care to 2-4 high-acuity ICU patients, proficient in ventilator management, CRRT, and complex interventions
- Contributed to reducing infection rates and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices
- Recognized for achieving over 99% patient satisfaction through compassionate, patient-centered care
- Mentor and preceptor for new ICU nurses, ensuring smooth onboarding and skills development
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical & Supervisor Roles
Altru Hospital
Grand Forks, North Dakota
07.2021 - 12.2024
- Managed care for up to 6 patients per shift on a busy Med-Surg unit, ensuring optimal patient flow and care delivery
- Served as Clinical Supervisor, overseeing staff, coordinating patient care, and facilitating shift leadership
- Mentored and preceptor new nurses, fostering a supportive learning environment
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical
Essentia Health
Fargo, Oklahoma
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered high-quality care to diverse patient populations in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit, ensuring safe recovery and discharge readiness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Adapted quickly to new protocols, EMR systems (Epic), and facility workflows, maintaining clinical excellence and flexibility as a travel nurse.
- Recognized by peers and staff for professionalism, critical thinking, and compassionate bedside manner.
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical/ Orthopedics
Hackensack Medical Center
Hackensack, New Jersey
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Delivered expert nursing care to post-operative orthopedic and general med-surg patients, focusing on pain management, mobility, and surgical recovery.
- Monitored and managed patients with total joint replacements, fractures, and spine surgeries, ensuring safe and timely progression through recovery milestones.
- Collaborated with surgical teams, physical therapists, and case managers to optimize discharge planning and reduce length of stay.
- Effectively handled up to 6 patients per shift in a high-acuity environment, utilizing Epic EMR and following evidence-based protocols.
- Recognized for exceptional bedside care, professionalism, and consistently achieving high patient satisfaction scores.
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical/Tele/Ortho
Banner Desert Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided high-acuity care across a blended Med-Surg, Telemetry, Orthopedic, and Progressive Care Unit, managing diverse patient populations with complex needs.
- Cared for post-op orthopedic patients, telemetry-monitored individuals with cardiac conditions, and step-down patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Performed continuous cardiac monitoring, titrated medications, interpreted ECG rhythms, and responded to changes in patient condition with critical thinking and urgency.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care, patient education, and early mobilization strategies to promote recovery, reduce complications, and support safe discharges.
- Maintained a patient load of up to 5-6 patients per shift, consistently recognized for adaptability, clinical accuracy, and compassionate care in a dynamic travel role.
Medical Supervisor
Sanford Medical Center
Fargo, North Dakota
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Began as a Surgical Inpatient Nurse providing skilled pre- and post-operative care, with a focus on pain management, surgical site monitoring, and infection prevention.
- Promoted to Clinical Care Leader and Charge Nurse, overseeing unit operations, delegating assignments, and supporting clinical decision-making during high-volume shifts.
- Led interdisciplinary rounds, ensured seamless care coordination, and acted as primary liaison between providers, staff, and families to drive quality patient outcomes.
- Mentored and preceptor new nurses, fostering team development and building clinical confidence in staff.
- Recognized with the Guardian Angel Award (July 2018) for compassionate care and leadership, and nominated multiple times for the DAISY Award for excellence in nursing.
- Contributed to improved unit performance, enhanced patient satisfaction, and a collaborative team culture through leadership grounded in empathy, accountability, and communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Southwestern Adventist University
Keene, TX 01.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Paul’s School of Nursing
Rego Park, NY 01.2016 - 09.2017
Skills
Mechanical Ventilation Expertise
Expertise in CRRT Administration
Expert-Level Interventions
Infection Control
Patient Care Safety
Advocacy for Patient Rights
Patient-Centered Care
Effective Multilingual Communication
Collaborative Teamwork
Epic Systems Proficiency
Cerner Software Proficiency
Team Leadership
Team Skill Enhancement
Dynamic Summary
Highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 5 years of progressive experience in ICU, Medical-Surgical, and leadership roles. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care, consistently achieving 99%+ patient satisfaction and contributing to improved patient outcomes. Adept at managing high-acuity patients, leading teams, and mentoring new nurses. Proficient in advanced critical care technologies including ventilators and CRRT. Holds multi-state licensure and demonstrated expertise in hospital systems including Epic and Cerner. Dedicated to continuous improvement, clinical excellence, and fostering a collaborative healthcare environment.
Certification
Registered Nurse, North Dakota, New York, Georgia
Student Clinical Experience
Ozanam Hall, Lincoln Hospital, Brookdale Hospital, Queens Hospital, Gerontology, Pediatrics, Maternity, Med-Surg, Psychiatry
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
Key Skills And Qualifications
- ICU & Critical Care Proficiency: Ventilator management, CRRT, advanced interventions
- Infection Prevention & Patient Safety
- Patient Advocacy & Compassionate Care
- Multilingual Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Epic & Cerner Systems Superuser
- Leadership & Staff Development: Preceptoring, mentorship, supervision
- Time Management & Critical Thinking
- Telehealth Experience
Recognition And Awards
- DAISY Award Winner – Altru Health Recognized for extraordinary nursing care, compassion, and patient impact. Selected from multiple nominations based on outstanding clinical excellence and empathy.
- Multiple DAISY Award Nominations – Sanford Medical Center & Altru Health Nominated on several occasions for delivering compassionate, skillful care that made a lasting impression on patients and families.
- Guardian Angel Award – Sanford Medical Center Awarded in July 2018 following a patient nomination recognizing exceptional dedication and empathetic care..
Accomplishments
- Served as Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor, and Preceptor
- Trained and mentored new nurses successfully onboarded
- Introduced a checklist/system that improved efficiency or accuracy
- Worked in multiple units/specialties (ICU, med-surg, ortho, etc.
- Became certified in advanced skills ( CRRT, ACLS, NIHSS Stroke Scale
- Participated in mock codes or rapid response teams with positive outcomes
Guardian Angel award -Sanford 2018, Multiple Daisy award with sanford and Altru Health
DAISY Award Winner – Altru Health
Recognized for extraordinary nursing care, compassion, and patient impact. Selected from multiple nominations based on outstanding clinical excellence and empathy. Multiple DAISY Award Nominations – Sanford Medical Center & Altru Health
Nominated on several occasions for delivering compassionate, skillful care that made a lasting impression on patients and families. Guardian Angel Award – Sanford Medical Center
Awarded in July 2018 following a patient nomination recognizing exceptional dedication and empathetic care..
Timeline
ICU Registered Nurse
Sanford Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Southwestern Adventist University
01.2024 - Current
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical
Essentia Health
09.2023 - 12.2023
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical & Supervisor Roles
Altru Hospital
07.2021 - 12.2024
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical/Tele/Ortho
Banner Desert Medical Center
12.2020 - 03.2021
Travel RN – Medical-Surgical/ Orthopedics
Hackensack Medical Center
04.2020 - 06.2021
Medical Supervisor
Sanford Medical Center
02.2018 - 11.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saint Paul’s School of Nursing
01.2016 - 09.2017