Carla Simpson, RN
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Well-rounded and personable Hospice Nurse determined to give patients superior level of care while ensuring dignity. Proudly offering more than 30 years' expertise in nursing field.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Avow Hospice
10.2019 - 01.2024
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic care during end-of-life stages.
- Enhanced family satisfaction with the hospice experience by offering emotional support and guidance on coping mechanisms.
- Administered medications for pain management, ensuring optimal relief for patients in their final days.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families about disease progression, symptom management, and available resources to facilitate informed decisionmaking.
- Maintained detailed and accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes for seamless care coordination among team members.
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Naples Community Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2019
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and thorough education on labor and delivery procedures.
- Enhanced team efficiency by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals during labor and delivery processes.
- Reduced maternal and neonatal complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, fetal heart rate, and contractions.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control standards and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
- Supported expectant mothers in making informed decisions regarding their birth plan, offering guidance on pain management options and birthing techniques.
- Facilitated seamless patient transitions between pre-labor, active labor, and postpartum stages by maintaining clear communication with all involved healthcare providers.
- Performed accurate assessments of mother and baby''s conditions upon admission to the Labor and Delivery unit, promptly identifying any potential risks or complications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Paducah Community College
Paducah, KYSkills
- Care Plan Development
- Compassion and Empathy
- Grief Counseling
- Pain Assessment
- Emotional Support
- End of Life Care
- Family Education
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Advance directives
- Symptom management
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Organizational skills
- Patient assessment
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
Multiple Daisy awards received during my hospital career
Avow Shining Star Award chosen by patients
Affiliations
- Hospice & Palliative Nurses Association
- Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses
Certification
RN Certification in Inpatient Obstetric Care
Timeline
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Avow Hospice
10.2019 - 01.2024
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse
Naples Community Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Paducah Community College
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