Proficient with CPRS, VISTA, and EDIS
CAROLINA ELLERBROCK
Registered Nurse
Loma Linda,CA
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing high-quality patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
COVID-19 Vaccination and Screening RN
VA Loma Linda Healthcare System
Loma Linda, CA
05.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients during adverse reactions and determined next course of action.
- Screen all recipients pre-vaccine for potential concerns as identified by facility guidelines.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Document vaccine administration using appropriate medical record system.
- Monitor pre- and post-vaccination for potential side effects and additional assessment and intervention.
- Collaborate effectively with all disciplines and levels of care regarding patient care.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
VALOR Student Nurse Intern
VA Loma Linda Healthcare System
Loma Linda, CA
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Completed VALOR Nurse internship program by providing direct patient care for patients needing complex care, BART exam, and 4SW unit education training day.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Develop a plan of care, document and evaluate care given for effectiveness to assigned patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Changed out and monitored bandages, catheters and IVs.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
Non-Commissioned Officer E, Sergeant
U.S. Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Served as a team leader of ten Marines, which supervised training and skills proficiency to operate radio communication missions successfully.
- Ensured equipment’s operational readiness by scheduling, performing and supervising organizational and preventative maintenance of tactical vehicles, artillery and radio equipment.
- Secured and protected military property, assets and personnel.
- Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Remained calm, assertive and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Monitored employee activities, confirming compliance with security regulations.
- Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA 08.2017 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Nursing Informatics
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 07.2021 - Current
Skills
Vital signs
Care plan management
Telemetry monitoring
Medication Administration
Patient and family advocacy
Performing EKGs
Direct Patient Care
Infection control measures
EMR / EHR
Certification
CA BRN License # 952241139
Software
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Timeline
Master of Science - Nursing Informatics
Western Governors University
07.2021 - Current
COVID-19 Vaccination and Screening RN
VA Loma Linda Healthcare System
05.2021 - Current
VALOR Student Nurse Intern
VA Loma Linda Healthcare System
06.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California Baptist University
08.2017 - 12.2020
Non-Commissioned Officer E, Sergeant
U.S. Marine Corps
05.2014 - 09.2015