Carol Peden
Palmer,AK
Summary
Driven, hardworking and veteran ICU Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 31-year record of success in nursing and desiring ACM position in the ICU
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
RN ASU
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
08.2018 - Current
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
RN ICU
Research Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
12.2017 - 08.2018
- Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
- Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
- Assessed patients, collecting data and prioritizing cases in accordance with standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Contributed to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as key member of cardiac nursing team caring for up to 2 patients daily.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
RN ACM
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, and ancillary staff.
RN ICU
Sparks Regional Medical Center
Fort Smith, AR
02.2014 - 12.2014
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
- Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
- Contributed to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as key member of cardiac nursing team caring for up to 2-3 patients daily.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
RN ICU
Phelps Country Regional Medical Center
Rolla, MO
09.2007 - 01.2014
- Assessed patients, collecting data and prioritizing cases in accordance with standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
- Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
RN ICU Traveler
Trustaff Travel Nurses
Cincinnati, OH
12.2003 - 09.2007
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
RN ICU Preceptor/Charge Nurse
Lake Regional Hospital
Osage Beach, MO
04.1998 - 12.2003
- Oversaw work of nursing student technicians and externs to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks.
- Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
Cardiovascular ICU RN
United Hospital
St Paul , MN
01.1991 - 04.1998
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Mercy School of Healthcare Sciences
Des Moines, IA01.1991
Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Accurate Documentation
- Epic Systems
- Patient Examination
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Heart Failure
- Interpreting EKGs
- Chest Tubes
- Swan-Ganz Catheters
I like to read, hike, ride horses and play with my grandkids.
Avid reader, love murder mysteries! I enjoy horse back riding and love to hike the Butte where i live. I enjoy spending time with my 3 grandkids and my family. I live on 5 acres and have 7 dogs.
Timeline
RN ASU
Providence Alaska Medical Center
08.2018 - Current
RN ICU
Research Medical Center
12.2017 - 08.2018
RN ACM
Providence Alaska Medical Center
01.2015 - 10.2017
RN ICU
Sparks Regional Medical Center
02.2014 - 12.2014
RN ICU
Phelps Country Regional Medical Center
09.2007 - 01.2014
RN ICU Traveler
Trustaff Travel Nurses
12.2003 - 09.2007
RN ICU Preceptor/Charge Nurse
Lake Regional Hospital
04.1998 - 12.2003
Cardiovascular ICU RN
United Hospital
01.1991 - 04.1998
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Mercy School of Healthcare Sciences