Caroline Ork
Elberta,AL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional seeking the Registered Nurse (RN) position in the Crisis Stabilizing Unit offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care, support, and safety. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations while consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
Self-employed
12.2017 - Current
- Enhance patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Improve client communication skills through tailored speech therapy exercises and activities.
- Effectively collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop appropriate care plans for client.
- Support client educational goals through active participation in school activities and events.
- Develop strong crisis management skills, working proactively to diffuse challenging situations and maintain calm, supportive environment for special needs individual.
- Administer medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors, adverse reactions, and risk to client.
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy to protect individual's rights and well-being.
Nursing Student
Pensacola State College
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Performed regular patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, preventive measures, and disease management strategies.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate., according to established protocols.
- Conducted basic physical exams such as measuring height, weight, BMI and recording results in patient charts.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing stressful situations or treatments.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality care.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Student Registered Nurse Preceptee
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Enhanced patient care by providing compassionate support and assistance to nursing staff.
- Developed strong clinical skills through collaboration with experienced nurses and physicians in multiple departments with critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medical protocols.
- Contributed to development of individualized care plans for patients, addressing their unique needs and goals.
- Improved patient safety by diligently following infection control procedures and advocating for best practices within Intensive Care Unit, and Cardiac Unit.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust care plans as needed.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, monitoring vital signs and reporting any changes to supervising nurse or physician.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Shift Lead Manager
Walgreens
04.2012 - 12.2015
- Trained new employees on procedures, policies, and job functions.
- Monitored performance of staff to ensure quality standards were met.
- Resolved customer complaints in timely and professional manner.
- Developed strategies to improve operational efficiency and productivity.
- Assisted in development of short-term goals for each shift.
- Addressed any issues or concerns raised by staff during shifts.
- Ensured proper stock levels were maintained throughout shift.
- Taught staff upselling techniques to meet revenue targets.
- Coordinated shift workers for inventory receiving auditing and restocking.
- Managed daily cash intake by counting out registers and tabulating profits.
- Helped employees accomplish tasks during peak periods.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05.2017
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A) - E-Commerce Marketing
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL12.2011
Certificate - Supply Chain Logistics Management
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL08.2011
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FL05.2006
Skills
- BLS/CPR Certified
- Compassionate & Culturally Sensitive
- Thrive in team environment
- Critical Thinking
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Assessments
- Protocol Compliance
- Therapeutic communication
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
Self-employed
12.2017 - Current
Student Registered Nurse Preceptee
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2016 - 05.2016
Nursing Student
Pensacola State College
05.2015 - 05.2017
Shift Lead Manager
Walgreens
04.2012 - 12.2015
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Pensacola State College
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A) - E-Commerce Marketing
The University of West Florida
Certificate - Supply Chain Logistics Management
The University of West Florida
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Pensacola State College
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