Carmen Walton
Janesville
Summary
Compassionate and ethical Nurse Practitioner with a diverse professional background and progressive career history. Seasoned nursing professional with over 20 years in healthcare, offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Detailed-oriented with strong organizational skills. Seeking full-time position with a reputable company that offers professional challenges, as well as career opportunities and advancement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
APNP-BC
Pain Management Group
Edgerton, WI
10.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Registered Nurse
Zeal Clinical Staffing
Janesville, United States
05.2021 - Current
- Provide patient assessments, develop and implement care plans, admission and discharge planning, interpret medical tests, and collaborate with other medical professionals
Nurse Manager, Rapid Response Team
B.E. Smith
United States
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed team of 24 healthcare professionals for mobile rapid response team for the State of Washington
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members
- Trained new nurses and cna's in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
Registered Nurse
PRN Staffing
Appleton, WI
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Assigned to manage the Rapid Response Team for the state of Michigan's Health Care Department for >1 year.
- Operated infusion pumps to deliver intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Successfully managed crisis situations through rapid assessment, decisive action, and expert coordination of emergency response efforts.
- Prioritized and distributed assignments and workload based on individual staff strengths and experience.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with state and federal laws through meticulous documentation, staff training, and policy implementation.
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Janesville
Janesville, United States
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Reviewed all inpatient charts to ensure hospital services are being used efficiently and appropriately to provide patients with evidence based practice care
- Evaluated procedures completed to ensure efficiency and necessity
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Agrace Hospice Care Inc.
Janesville, United States
07.2012 - 05.2017
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust care strategies, fostering collaboration among healthcare providers.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to identify physical, emotional, and social needs, developing tailored care plans to meet individual requirements.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
Education
Post Masters - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Chicago, IL09.2023
Master of Science - Leadership & Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2020
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
- Time management
Certification
Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, ANCC, 02/23/24, 02/22/29
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
Timeline
APNP-BC
Pain Management Group
10.2024 - Current
Nurse Manager, Rapid Response Team
B.E. Smith
10.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
PRN Staffing
05.2021 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Zeal Clinical Staffing
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital Janesville
06.2017 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Agrace Hospice Care Inc.
07.2012 - 05.2017
Master of Science - Leadership & Management
Western Governors University
Post Masters - Family Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain College of Nursing