Carla Cooley
Registered Nurse
Marietta,GA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical-Surgical RN Orthopedics
Roper St Francis
Charlotte, South Carolina
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Managed post-op surgical care and management of pain.
- Used Cerner to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
- Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
RN Medsurg/Telemetry
Genesis Illini
Moline, IL
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
RN, Medical-Surgical
LSU Ochsner
Shreveport, New Orleans
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
RN, Medical-Surgical Orthopedics
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Harlingen, TX
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Inserted catheters and completed tracheostomy for patients.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Facilitated operations of medical-surgical floor, managing resources and directing work of nursing staff and patient care technicians.
- Used Cerner to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
- Managed pre-op and post-operative patient care by stocking medical supplies and preparing operating rooms.
Rn Med-Surg/Telemetry
Roosevelt Island Medical Center
Roosevelt, NY
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Provided bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Used EPIC to document patient plan of care by taking into account nursing interventions, diagnosis and expected patient outcomes.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Cardiac ICU RN
South Georgia Medical Center
Valdosta, GA
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
- Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders.
- Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
- Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
Rn Med-Surg/Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
South Georgia Medical Center
Valdosta, GA
01.2014 - 04.2019
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
- Managed caseload of patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Infused chemotherapy based on physician orders and hospital protocol.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
RN, Emergency Department
South Georgia Medical Center
Valdosta, GA
08.2012 - 01.2014
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
Education
Nursing
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GABachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas University
Thomasville, GA05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GA05.2012
Skills
- Clear Patient Communication
- Telemedicine
- EPIC & Cerner EMR
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
Certification
- GA Compact license Rn224197
- NY License 801142
- ACLS 09/27/2021
- BLS 12/05/2020
- COVID Vaccine 08/13/2021, 09/21/2021
Timeline
RN Medsurg/Telemetry
Genesis Illini
01.2022 - 02.2022
Medical-Surgical RN Orthopedics
Roper St Francis
09.2021 - 12.2022
RN, Medical-Surgical
LSU Ochsner
06.2021 - 09.2021
RN, Medical-Surgical Orthopedics
Valley Baptist Medical Center
07.2020 - 05.2021
Rn Med-Surg/Telemetry
Roosevelt Island Medical Center
04.2020 - 06.2020
Cardiac ICU RN
South Georgia Medical Center
05.2019 - 04.2020
Rn Med-Surg/Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
South Georgia Medical Center
01.2014 - 04.2019
RN, Emergency Department
South Georgia Medical Center
08.2012 - 01.2014
Nursing
Valdosta State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
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