Carol Bolon, RN
Lima,OH
Summary
Caring and dependable nursing professional with experience in fast-paces hospital setting. Demonstrated success conducting patient assessments and developing/implementing appropriate care plans. Draws on excellent interpersonal and active listening skills to educate patient and families. Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills. Passionate about serving patients and families to help improve their experience and improve the patient outcome.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Renal Telemetry Unit
Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center - Lima, OH
Lima, OH
08.2018 - Current
- Cared for patients with high-acuity cardiac and renal illnesses, providing holistic care to both those suffering from acute illnesses and acute chronic illnesses with multiple comorbidities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, SC, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed CAPD, dressing changes, and IV insertion; administered IV fluids, drugs, and blood products; and titrated cardiac medications. Trained in dialysis catheter access.
RN Home Health
Interim HealthCare
Lima, OH
11.2009 - 02.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Lima Technical College
Lima, OH12-1994
Timeline
RN, Renal Telemetry Unit
Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center - Lima, OH
08.2018 - Current
RN Home Health
Interim HealthCare
11.2009 - 02.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Lima Technical College