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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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