Caroline Niemuth
Forney
Summary
Registered Nurse and Clinical Nurse Coordinator with experience in high-acuity emergency department practice, demonstrating strong clinical judgment, leadership, and accountability in coordinating patient care and unit operations. Utilizes evidence-based practice, systems thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration to promote safe, effective, and patient-centered outcomes. Provides shift leadership through staffing coordination, resource management, and support of team members to maintain quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives, staff development, and shared decision-making while maintaining professionalism, ethical practice, and commitment to continuous professional growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse ER, Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Medical City Dallas Hospital
Dallas, Tx
07.2024 - Current
- Promoted to Clinical Nurse Coordinator in May 2025 to oversee shift operations, coordinate staff assignments, and ensure efficient patient flow in a high-acuity Emergency Department.
- Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary.
- Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives.
- Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization.
- Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines.
- Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment.
- Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service.
- Deliver direct patient care in trauma, cardiac, and medical emergencies, consistently adhering to evidence-based practice and hospital protocols.
- Support triage and rapid response functions, ensuring timely and accurate prioritization of critical patients.
- Lead shift hand-offs and multidisciplinary huddles to align on patient status, throughput goals, and safety priorities.
- Manage bed tracking, resource allocation, and staffing adjustments in response to surges and disasters.
Registered Nurse ER
St David's Medical Center
Austin, Texas
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Successfully completed a Nurse Residency Program in the Emergency Department, strengthening clinical judgment, prioritization, and evidence-based practice in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in triaging patients based on severity of condition
- Collaborate seamlessly with physicians, specialists, and ancillary staff to facilitate comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Swiftly initiate appropriate interventions based on assessment findings, demonstrating sound clinical judgment and the ability to adapt quickly to evolving patient needs in the fast-paced ER environment
- Precepted new hires, offering hands-on training and support to ensure their successful integration and competence in a high-pressure environment
- Engage closely with stroke patients, delivering proficient care tailored to meet stringent stroke criteria, leveraging specialized protocols and interventions honed through experience in a Comprehensive Stroke Center
Nurse Extern
Center for Specialty Surgery
Austin, Texas
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, including vital signs monitoring, to ensure readiness for surgical procedures
- Proficiently perform electrocardiograms (ECGs) to assess cardiac function and identify potential abnormalities preoperatively
- Skilled in the insertion of peripheral intravenous (IV) catheters, ensuring proper placement and maintaining aseptic technique
- Diligently documented patient assessments, interventions, and responses in electronic medical records (EMR) to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient charts
- Collaborated effectively with surgical team members to ensure smooth patient flow and timely preparation for procedures
- Provided patient education regarding preoperative and postoperative care instructions, contributing to optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction
Substitute Teacher
Anchor Learning Academy
Rockwall, TX
02.2026 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
Education
Bachelors Science - Nursing
Concordia University
Austin, Texas01-2023
Associates - Pre nursing studies
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas05-2021
Skills
- Patient Throughput & Bed Flow Management
- Nurse Recruitment, Interviewing & Onboarding
- Performance Management & Staff Evaluations
- Conflict Resolution & Policy Compliance
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration with Physicians & Leadership
- Employee Engagement & Staff Rounding Initiatives
- Staff Scheduling & Labor Productivity Management
- Supply, Equipment & Inventory Management
- Regulatory Compliance & Hospital Standards
Certification
- Registered Nurse- License # 1117968- 08/31/26
- ACLS-08/31/2027
- BCLS-08/31/2027
- PALS-08/31/2027
- NIH Stroke- 05/24/26
- TNCC- 09/30/2027
- CPI - 08/18/27
- ENPC -09/30/2027
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Anchor Learning Academy
02.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse ER, Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Medical City Dallas Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse ER
St David's Medical Center
07.2023 - 07.2024
Nurse Extern
Center for Specialty Surgery
05.2022 - 07.2023
Associates - Pre nursing studies
Texas State University
Bachelors Science - Nursing
Concordia University