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Carletta Byrd

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Amoree Staffing Agency
03.2021 - 11.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

Registered Nurse

Amoree Home Care
12.2020 - 11.2023
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
  • Performed evaluations on consistent basis to address changes in patient needs, conditions and medications, altering care plans when required.
  • Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
  • Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
  • Examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, illnesses, injuries and current medications.
  • Created patient assessments and plans for individual home care needs.

Registered Nurse

VCU Tappahannock
03.2024 - Current
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.

BLS Instructor

Heart to Heart career Training Center
05.2023 - Current
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry standards and best practices in BLS instruction.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment for optimal skill acquisition among diverse groups of learners.
  • Assessed students'' understanding of course material through quizzes, tests, and informal evaluations to ensure comprehension before advancing to more complex topics.

Nurse Aide Instructor

Heart to Heart career Training Center
02.2023 - Current
  • Organized practical skill demonstrations for students, allowing them to gain hands-on experience in a controlled environment.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and advancements in nursing education.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance, ensuring timely completion of required documentation for certification purposes.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, serving as a trusted mentor and resource for career guidance and personal growth.

Registered Nurse

GenwellRX
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Henrico Doctors Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.

Scheduling Coordinator

Amoree Home Care
06.2018 - 02.2020
  • Managed daily scheduling conflicts to reduce operational backlogs and support full shift-coverage.
  • Proactively identified scheduling issues and developed quick solutions to promote efficiency.
  • Developed strong working relationships with management and executive team through effective scheduling and communication skills.
  • Gathered employee data to develop monthly work schedules, enabling proper staffing for each client for each shift.


Nursing Assistant

Amoree Home Care
11.2017 - 06.2018
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

Nursing Care Partner

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 11.2012
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rappahannock Community College
Saluda, VA
08.2019

Career Studies Certificate - Pre-Nursing

Rappahannock Community College
Saluda, VA
05.2017

Career Studies Certificate - Nursing Assistant

Rappahannock Community College
Saluda, VA
05.2016

Skills

  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Trauma Recovery
  • Sanitation
  • Setting Up Referrals
  • Microsoft Office
  • Personal Care Needs
  • Removing Sutures
  • Vision Screening
  • Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • Inpatient and Outpatient Care
  • Patient Education
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Long-Term Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Insulin Medication Assistance
  • Physical Assessment
  • Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
  • HIPAA Education
  • Home Visits
  • Patient Discharging
  • Staff Supervision
  • IV Drug Therapy Management

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - 0001291180 Licensed 10/25/19- 01/31/2025
  • Licensed [CNA 1401102708 Licensed 3/20/2004 Expired 3/31/2010
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association.

Work Availability

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Timeline

Registered Nurse

VCU Tappahannock
03.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

GenwellRX
06.2023 - 12.2023

BLS Instructor

Heart to Heart career Training Center
05.2023 - Current

Nurse Aide Instructor

Heart to Heart career Training Center
02.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Amoree Staffing Agency
03.2021 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse

Amoree Home Care
12.2020 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Henrico Doctors Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2022

Scheduling Coordinator

Amoree Home Care
06.2018 - 02.2020

Nursing Assistant

Amoree Home Care
11.2017 - 06.2018

Nursing Care Partner

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - 11.2012

Associate of Science - Nursing

Rappahannock Community College

Career Studies Certificate - Pre-Nursing

Rappahannock Community College

Career Studies Certificate - Nursing Assistant

Rappahannock Community College
Carletta Byrd