Carole Woodhouse
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in various direct patient care areas of inpatient and outpatient facilities. Experience to include medical-surgical, telemetry, oncology, orthopedic, neurology, ER, observation, OP surgery, PCU or step down unit, ICU, supervisor, case management, research-development and private practice. Acute and transfer care coordination in fast-paced environment, can skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Started as a new grad RN in 1997 at St. Joseph's Hospital, working in various healthcare settings for 27years as a RN.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
AYA Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
- Contracted at Valleywise Healthcare, a downtown Phoenix County Hospital on the PCU floor. Caring for patients on ventilators, cardiac IV medications to include continuous telemetry monitoring for patients with diverse acute care needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
Registered Nurse
Banner Baywood Medical Center
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Acute care on the observation floor; an extension of the ED for short term various treatments and/or procedures, diagnostic testing, ruling out stroke and various other possible diagnosis's.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
Registered Nurse
Southwest Spine & Sports
10.2015 - 09.2022
- Private PMR practice with multiple office locations and OP surgery centers in Phoenix area. Assisted Providers with US guided injections, seeing patients & documenting office notes, scribing/billing/plan of care and directly managed the back office staff. Worked directly with CMO to develop and manage the Regenerative Medicine department to include choosing the specific equipment for processing of PRP-PC/BMAC/Lipoaspirate and various products: (stem cells; allografts-exosomes, Amnio, Wharton's jelly) to be used for each patient specific treatment. Input on publishing related articles, comprehensive data reporting on outcomes of treatments, detailed pre/post care plans and primary contact for the regenerative patients providing individuals with a detailed treatment plan.
- Incorporated a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures in the office setting and OP surgery center such as IV insertion for stem cell treatments, US guided injections, Fluoroscopy guided injections, Bone marrow retrieval, dressing changes and care, detailed specific patient education and ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
- Built rapport with patients to always deliver exceptional care, developing confidence in our staff and the benefits of repeat treatments for optimal outcomes.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Registered Nurse
North Scottsdale Ambulatory Surgery Center, Tempe
10.2015 - 09.2022
- Worked at the Scottsdale & Tempe OP surgery centers in the OR administering conscious sedation, setting up and/or assisting for both PMR injections and regenerative medicine treatments. Working in the pre-op and PACU areas, providing patient education and detailed specific discharge instructions.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
Registered Nurse
Various RN Travel Assignments
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Worked with Favorite Nurses, Acute Nursing Solutions and Nurse Finders periodically on travel contract assignments throughout the Phoenix Valley in various hospitals. Assignments were in the areas of ER, PCU, Med/Surg/Trauma ICU, Telemetry, Medical- Surgical, Orthopedics, Case Management, Rehab & OP surgery.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12.1997
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ12.1996
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- IV insertion skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and Empathy
- Care Planning
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy Care
- Lab result interpretation
- HIPAA Education
- Emergency Care
- Cardiac Care
- Acute care expertise
Certification
Arizona/multistate RN License; Active
Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH: 06/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
AYA Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Banner Baywood Medical Center
03.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Southwest Spine & Sports
10.2015 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
North Scottsdale Ambulatory Surgery Center, Tempe
10.2015 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
Various RN Travel Assignments
01.2005 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
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