Carla Perry
Matewan,WV
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Nurse Manager with a proven track record at ARH Big Sandy LTACH, enhancing patient care through quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in clinical leadership and patient advocacy, I excel in educating families and staff, ensuring superior care delivery. Demonstrated adaptability and commitment to excellence across various nursing roles. Registered Nurse with Number years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital settings. Experience spans across behavioral and mental health, ICU, CCU, and med-surgical environments. Passionate about providing programs and services in support of growth and healing for patients with mental health issues. Active listener with direct communication style and compassionate, non-judgmental approach to build patient trust and rapport. Outside-the-box thinker with strong crisis resolution skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Manager
ARH Big Sandy LTACH
05.2022 - Current
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to identify areas for potential enhancements in patient care delivery methods.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, expected outcomes and discharge instructions, serving as advisory resource to patients and families to facilitate recovery.
ICU Nurse
Logan Regional Hospital
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
Travel Registered Nurse
CAMC General Hospital
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Williamson Memorial Hospital
06.2001 - 11.2017
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Advocated for patient needs, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure individualized care plans were developed and executed accordingly.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
05.2001
Diploma - High School
05.1998
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Patient Care
- Staff Education
- Nurse Leadership
- Medication Administration
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Clinical assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
ACLS 08/31/25
BLS. 07/31/25
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Manager - ARH Big Sandy LTACH
05.2022 - Current
ICU Nurse - Logan Regional Hospital
05.2018 - 12.2022
Travel Registered Nurse - CAMC General Hospital
11.2017 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse, ICU - Williamson Memorial Hospital
06.2001 - 11.2017
SWVCTC - Associate Degree In Nursing, Nursing
Matewan High School - Diploma, High School
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