CAROLINE NORTON
MA
Summary
Recent graduate in nursing and current Nurse Resident on the Orthopedic Medsurg Floor. Solid foundation of 2 years of experience in home health care and 1 year in the hospital setting as a PCA. Equipped with necessary skills to provide exceptional healthcare services. Strong verbal communication skills to effectively connect with patients and their families, ensuring their needs are met. Committed to delivering the highest quality of healthcare. Approach every individual with a compassionate and friendly attitude, ensuring they receive the care they deserve.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Orthopedic/Medsurg Overflow
MGB Newton-Wellesley
08.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
PCT II Pediatrics Floor per diem
Newton Wellesley Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- Adheres to safety guidelines and provides care to patients on the pediatrics floor
- Scope of practice includes taking vital signs, documenting intake and output, restocking PPE, notifying the Nurse of any changes, assisting patients to the bathroom, and assisting in Activities of Daily Living.
PCT Medsurg float pool per diem
Emerson Hospital
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Adheres to safety guidelines and provides care to patients on the Medsurg floor
- Scope of practice includes taking vital signs, documenting intake and output, restocking PPE, notifying the Nurse of any changes, assisting patients to the bathroom, and assisting in Activities of Daily Living.
PCA
Tempus Unlimited, Inc.
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided home care to a 41-year-old male with Cerebral Palsy
- Providing morning care such as bowel Care, catheterization, bathing and assisting patients with activities of daily living
- Using correct form while safely transferring using a Hoyer lift.
PCA
Tempus Unlimited, Inc.
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided home care to a 36-year-old female with Quadriplegia
- Professional and compassionate care including bowel and bladder care, and Grooming
- Assisting patients with activities of daily living including helping with meals, transferring, and use of assistive devices.
Education
ADN Nursing -
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA05.2024
Bachelors of Science in Psychology -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05.2011
Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Electronic Medical Records
- Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- BLS Heart Saver current
- Alzheimer's Training
- Trained to administer Narcan
- Basic Life Support
- Geriatric Care
- Health Promotion
- Compassion and Empathy
Clinicalrotations
- Gardner, MA, 01/01/22, 02/01/23, Labor and Delivery & Post-Partum Unit
- Groton, MA, 03/01/23, 04/01/23
- Clinton, MA, 09/01/23, 10/01/23, MedSurg Floor/ Emergency Room
- Clinton, MA, 11/01/23, 12/01/23, GPU
- Gardner, MA, 01/01/24, 04/01/24, Waltkins 2 MedSurg Floor
Timeline
RN, Orthopedic/Medsurg Overflow
MGB Newton-Wellesley
08.2024 - Current
PCT II Pediatrics Floor per diem
Newton Wellesley Hospital
03.2024 - Current
PCT Medsurg float pool per diem
Emerson Hospital
08.2023 - 03.2024
PCA
Tempus Unlimited, Inc.
05.2023 - 11.2023
PCA
Tempus Unlimited, Inc.
03.2022 - 08.2023
ADN Nursing -
Mount Wachusett Community College
Bachelors of Science in Psychology -
Liberty University
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