Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Philosophy Statement
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Carol M. Locke

Lauderdale Lakes

Summary

Philosophy Statement: As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with an excellent track record, I am committed to providing outstanding care to patients across my life span. My approach is grounded in respect, dignity, and evidence-based practice. I will ensure that I work hard to provide precise diagnoses and customized treatment while still ensuring I abide by all legal and ethical requirements. For me to attain the best results, I seek to ensure that I work closely with patients, families and interdisciplinary teams to achieve the optimal out comes. I'm committed to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the most recent developments in mental health treatment and creating a therapeutic atmosphere that encourages recovery and wellbeing. C

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN

Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center
08.2024 - Current

Critical Care RN

Kindred Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Deerfield Beach Health & Rehabilitation
Deerfield Beach
05.2013 - 01.2024
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses daily.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.

RN/Nurse

Well path Correctional Facility/BSO
Pompano Beach
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention strategies.
  • Collaborated with correctional staff to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
  • Conducted health assessments and monitored vital signs for inmate populations.
  • Administered medications and treatments to inmates according to established protocols.

Registered Nurse

Florida Department of Health
Fort Lauderdale
11.2020 - 02.2022
  • administrred covid vaccines
  • Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses daily.

Registered Nurse

Florida Department of Health in Broward County
Fort Lauderdale
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
  • covid testing

Registered Nurse (Per-diem)

N-spire Health and Rehabilitation
Tamarac
02.2019 - 09.2020
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a skilled nursing facility.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans for residents.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and services.

Lead Registered Nurse

Sequel Youth and Family Service (DJJ)
Pompano Beach
08.2016 - 09.2020

Florida Department of Juvenile Justice

  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality care for youth and families.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in nursing care.
  • Conducted regular audits of medical records to ensure accuracy and completeness of documentation.

S.O.C assessment per diem

Prima Home Health
Lauderdale Lakes
06.2015 - 12.2019
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.

S.O.C per diem

Certified Home Health
Fort Lauderdale
01.2013 - 01.2019
  • At-Home Health Assessment
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Lead Registered Nurse

Youth Service International
Pompano Beach
12.2013 - 08.2016
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.

Staff Nurse LPN

Horizon Bay Assisted Living
tamarac
07.2008 - 12.2013
  • Geriatric population
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and care plans.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
  • Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment for residents.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care strategies.

Healthcare Facilitator (Part-Time)

Broward County Addition Recovery Facility
Coral Springs
06.2010 - 11.2012
  • Substance abuse and co-occurring disorder patients as needed for the area of assignment, function as a facilitator for health education groups.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients in addiction recovery programs.
  • Developed educational materials on coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive client care.

Education

Master of Science - PMHNP

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
02.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix
Miramar , FL
10.2015

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Excelsior College
Albany, NY

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Sigma Institute of Health Careers
Lauderhill, FL

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Transient Student

Broward Collage
Coconut Creek, FL

Skills

  • Competent Distinguished Patient Care
  • JCAHO Standards Compliance
  • Joint Commission Medication Administration
  • Excellent Patient Care Skills
  • Experience in Psychiatry across life span
  • Excellent Communication Skills (Written and Oral)
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Geriatric and Home Health
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Microsoft Word/Excel
  • Quality and Continuity of Care
  • Conflict Resolution
  • ACA Accreditation
  • Medication management
  • Care coordination
  • Critical thinking
  • Patient assessment
  • Cultural history
  • Basic life support
  • Discharge planning
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • BLS instructor
  • Patient discharge
  • Precepting
  • Insulin medication assistance

Certification

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
  • Instructor BLS/CPR
  • American Heart Association BLS
  • ACLS certified
  • Certification in Conflict Resolution
  • Florida Dept. of Juvenile Justice-Certified Peer Reviewer
  • AIDS/OSHA
  • Domestic Violence
  • Medical Error
  • Bloodborne Pathogens Certificate
  • Department of Elder Affairs complete assessment
  • Florida Laws and Rules for Nursing

Accomplishments

  • Registered Nurse
  • Obtaining a Bachelor of Science in nursing degree
  • Obtaining a master’s degree in science with Psychiatric Nursing

References

Available upon request.

Philosophy Statement

As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with an excellent track record, I am committed to providing outstanding care to patients across my life span. My approach is grounded in respect, dignity, and evidence-based practice. I will ensure that I work hard to provide precise diagnoses and customized treatment while still ensuring I abide by all legal and ethical requirements. For me to attain the best results, I seek to ensure that I work closely with patients, families and interdisciplinary teams to achieve the optimal outcomes. I'm committed to maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the most recent developments in mental health treatment and creating a therapeutic atmosphere that encourages recovery and wellbeing.

Timeline

RN

Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center
08.2024 - Current

Critical Care RN

Kindred Hospital
01.2023 - Current

RN/Nurse

Well path Correctional Facility/BSO
02.2022 - 12.2022

Registered Nurse

Florida Department of Health in Broward County
06.2021 - 02.2022

Registered Nurse

Florida Department of Health
11.2020 - 02.2022

Registered Nurse (Per-diem)

N-spire Health and Rehabilitation
02.2019 - 09.2020

Lead Registered Nurse

Sequel Youth and Family Service (DJJ)
08.2016 - 09.2020

S.O.C assessment per diem

Prima Home Health
06.2015 - 12.2019

Lead Registered Nurse

Youth Service International
12.2013 - 08.2016

Registered Nurse

Deerfield Beach Health & Rehabilitation
05.2013 - 01.2024

S.O.C per diem

Certified Home Health
01.2013 - 01.2019

Healthcare Facilitator (Part-Time)

Broward County Addition Recovery Facility
06.2010 - 11.2012

Staff Nurse LPN

Horizon Bay Assisted Living
07.2008 - 12.2013

Master of Science - PMHNP

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Phoenix

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

Excelsior College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Sigma Institute of Health Careers

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Transient Student

Broward Collage
Carol M. Locke