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Carlee Turrentine

Atoka

Summary

Obstetrics Nurse with 5 years experience of monitoring women and infants. Conducts post-childbirth coaching for new mothers on breastfeeding, infant care, sleep techniques and safe handling of infants. Monitored and cared for women during labor performing dilation checks, monitoring mother, and infant heart rates and recognizing emergency situations. Utilizes advanced clinical skills to support mothers and newborns during critical moments. Knowledge of monitoring fetal health, administering medications, and providing emotional support to families. Proven track record of delivering compassionate and effective care while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, monitoring, and emergency interventions, with calm and reliable approach in high-pressure situations.

Overview

1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Mercy Hospital Ada
Ada, OK
02.2021 - Current
  • Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vitals to ensure safe labor and delivery processes.
  • Assisted in developing patient care plans, adapting to individual needs during labor.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes in labor and delivery unit.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective communication and coordinated care delivery.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
  • Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
  • Prevented infections by diligently adhering to proper hand hygiene standards as well as utilizing personal protective equipment when required.
  • Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

McAlester Regional Health Center
McAlester, OK
08.2016 - 02.2021
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
  • Assisted with patient education regarding post-operative care and health management to promote recovery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Managed caseload of Number patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated patients and family members on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care techniques.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Atoka County Medical Center
Atoka, OK
02.2009 - 12.2018

Same responsibilities as McAlester Regional health center.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Healthback Home Health
Atoka, OK
02.2009 - 09.2012
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, medication usage, and wellness strategies.
  • Evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans based on observed changes.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and transported specimens to lab.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Valliant Public Schools
Valliant, OK
01.2004 - 02.2009
  • Administered first aid by cleaning and bandaging cuts, scrapes, and abrasions.
  • Applied splints to immobilize broken limbs, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Assisted juvenile onset diabetics with finger stick checks, administration of insulin, proper documentation, appropriate snacks, and continued education on disease process.
  • Conducted monthly head lice inspections to ensure health and safety standards.
  • Facilitated a safe and inclusive learning environment for students with epilepsy to enhance academic performance.
  • Oversaw student vaccination compliance and timeliness to ensure public health standards.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Eastern Oklahoma State College
Wilburton, OK
05.2019

Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing

Kiamichi Technology Center
Durant, OK
06.2000

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Vaccine administration
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient/Family education and counseling
  • Infection control measures
  • Taking vitals
  • Patient discharge

Certification

  • RNC-OB
  • STABLE
  • NRP
  • EFM
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • Spinning Babies

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Mercy Hospital Ada
02.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

McAlester Regional Health Center
08.2016 - 02.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Atoka County Medical Center
02.2009 - 12.2018

Licensed Practical Nurse

Healthback Home Health
02.2009 - 09.2012

Licensed Practical Nurse

Valliant Public Schools
01.2004 - 02.2009

Associate of Science - Nursing

Eastern Oklahoma State College

Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing

Kiamichi Technology Center