Carly Westcott
Spring,Tx
Summary
Enthusiastic RN with excellent people skills and dedicated work ethic. Worked for over a year on the Stroke Certified neurological medical/surgical floor demonstrating a strong sense of compassion while increasing knowledge and skills related to patient care. For 4 + years efficient Pediatric Home Health Nurse capable of delivering exceptional care to young patients and their families. Followed w/ over 2 years in hospice case management where I have found my passion. Serving families at end of life is a blessing and something I am proud to say I thrive at. A personable individual with the desire to support and educate while promoting compassion and kindness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Hospice Case Manager
Merciful Hands Hospice
Houston, TX
08.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
RN Hospice Case Manager
Southern Pines/Resolution Hospice
Houston, TX
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
RN Hospice Case Manager
At Home Health Care Hospice
Houston, TX
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes, catheter insertion, medication administration and education.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing visit.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Registered Nurse
Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care
Conroe, TX
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Handled a variety of nursing tasks, including medication administration,wound care, GB care, enteral feedings, specimen collection.
- Communicated with patients and their family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, hygiene and grooming.
Registered Nurse
We Care Kids Care
The Woodlands, TX
08.2014 - 02.2017
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Provided patient education.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit..
- Delivered in-home care to disabled children including GI issues, mickey GB, seizures, respiratory issues, tube feedings.
Registered Nurse
CHI St Lukes Health
The Woodlands, TX
07.2013 - 08.2014
- Provided patient care on a neuro med-surg unit, adeptly handling all aspects of treatment from medications to wound care to monitoring for 5-6 patients per shift.
- Treated patients with chronic and acute health problems including strokes, dementia, MI, arrhythmias, GI bleeds, asthma, COPD and pneumonia.
- Administered medications, collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
Intern
Children's Hospital of Oakland
Oakland, CA
05.2005 - 08.2005
-
A
program designed for health career exploration, academic support, psycho-social
intervention and youth leadership development. We explored alternative medicine
(acupuncture, herbal, etc) and practiced various health profession skills (TB shot, suturing).
- Nominated to lead group of 6 collegues and frequently asked by mentors to assist collegues in skills mastered
Volunteer
Houston Northwest Medical Center
Houston, TX
4 2004 - 7 2004
- Provided hourly rounding on the floor to ensure patients needs were being met including bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment for patients.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lonestar College North Harris
Houston, TX2013
University Studies - 48 credits toward University Studies and prerequisites for Nursing school
University of Houston
2008
Skills
- Acute care expertise
- Professional bedside manner
- Medication administration
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Patient evaluation/intervention
- Motivates others to excel
- Quality of life guidelines
- Planning and Coordination
- Admitting processes
- Accurate Documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Texas, License number 841149, Year 2013
- Basil Life Support (BLS) 2012 to present
Timeline
RN Hospice Case Manager
Merciful Hands Hospice
08.2021 - Current
RN Hospice Case Manager
Southern Pines/Resolution Hospice
04.2021 - 08.2021
RN Hospice Case Manager
At Home Health Care Hospice
02.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care
02.2017 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse
We Care Kids Care
08.2014 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse
CHI St Lukes Health
07.2013 - 08.2014
Intern
Children's Hospital of Oakland
05.2005 - 08.2005
Volunteer
Houston Northwest Medical Center
4 2004 - 7 2004
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lonestar College North Harris
University Studies - 48 credits toward University Studies and prerequisites for Nursing school
University of Houston