Carol Noland
Bentley,LA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
St Francis Cabrini Hospital
Alexandria, LA
07.2022 - Current
- Performed patient assessments and monitored vital signs during invasive procedures in the Cath Lab.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, angiography, pacemaker implantation, and other related procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to safety protocols.
- Educated patients and families about pre-procedure instructions and post procedure guidelines.
- Managed medications, fluids and blood products as needed throughout the procedure.
- Administered conscious sedation per physician orders while monitoring levels of consciousness, oxygen saturation and vital signs throughout the procedure.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate, rhythm. during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Assisted with transporting patients from the Cath Lab back to their rooms following completion of the procedure.
- Communicated effectively with members of multidisciplinary team regarding patient care needs throughout the course of treatment.
RN
St Francis Cabrini Hospital
Alexandria, LA
06.2016 - 07.2022
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
RN
The Jena Nursing and Retirement Center
Jena , LA
06.2015 - 03.2016
- Medicare Nurse
- Resident Assessment and Documentation
RN
Intensive Home Health
Vidalia, LA
05.2015 - 06.2015
- Provided skilled nursing services such as wound dressing changes, catheter care and medication administration.
- Performed physical assessments of patients and identified areas needing further medical attention or intervention.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate to detect any changes in the patient's condition.
RN
The columns Rehab and Retirement
Jonesville, LA
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Conducted assessments to determine the resident's functional and cognitive abilities, as well as their level of care needs.
- Monitored residents' progress and updated MDS records accordingly.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each resident based on assessment findings.
LPN
The Columns Rehab and Retirement
Jonesville, LA
06.2004 - 01.2013
- Assisted patients in ambulating and transferring to beds, wheelchairs, examination tables, and other areas of the hospital.
- Performed patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, height and weight measurements, and documentation of findings.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Monitored patient safety by maintaining a safe environment for all staff members, visitors and patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA12-2012
Skills
Compassionate care given
Cardiovascular Nurse
Telemetry Nurse
IV therapy
Wound care
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
RN
St Francis Cabrini Hospital
07.2022 - Current
RN
St Francis Cabrini Hospital
06.2016 - 07.2022
RN
The Jena Nursing and Retirement Center
06.2015 - 03.2016
RN
Intensive Home Health
05.2015 - 06.2015
RN
The columns Rehab and Retirement
01.2013 - 05.2015
LPN
The Columns Rehab and Retirement
06.2004 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
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