Carolyn Cardin
Wisner,LA
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with 1 year of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations across the age continum. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of NextGen and Cerner operating systems.
In addition, dedicated, reliable, ethical, compassionate RN for 22 years providing strong ethical unbiased care to a wide range of patients across the age continuum with a wide range of medical and psychological conditions. Proficient in organizing, overseeing, planning, and evaluating staff and staff responsibilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
CPHD2
07.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Streamlined workflow processes for increased efficiency in providing comprehensive care to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care approaches for chronic disease management.
- Promoted health maintenance and disease prevention through patient education and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, developing personalized treatment plans that addressed patients'' unique needs.
- Developed strong relationships with local healthcare providers to facilitate seamless coordination of referrals for specialized services.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, and gynecological examinations.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Assessed and treated STDs in both males and females.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
RN - Emergency Department, Med-Surg, and Rehab
Franklin Medical Center
10.2015 - Current
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Accurately documented treatment, medica
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Transferred, moved and ambulated patients to and from departments with wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Communicated with health and community partners to expedite services for new and existing customers.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Coordinated nursing care to be carried out according to facility guidelines and regulations.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Facilitated operations of medical-surgical floor, managing resources and directing work of nursing staff and patient care technicians.
RN, Emergency Department
Franklin Medical Center
05.2006 - 12.2009
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
NICU RN
St. Francis Medical Center
06.2003 - 09.2006
- Communicated with family members and loved ones to provide information about patient care, treatments and medical options.
- Administered medications and fluids and checked vital signs on critically ill newborns.
- Crafted tailored nursing care plan for each patient and evaluated it daily for effectiveness.
- Followed policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to variety of patients.
Staff RN, CVICU
St. Francis Medical Center
09.2001 - 06.2003
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Monroe, LA05.2002
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Gilbert, La05.1995
Skills
- Shift Coverage
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Interdepartmental Functions Coordination
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Nursing Standards
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Patient Care Assessment
- Hospital Coordination
- Patient Examination
- Determining Staffing Needs
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Unit Oversight
- Delegation and Motivation
- Patient Education
- Ambulation services
- Diagnostic Screenings
- Physical Examinations
- Patient Communication
- Preventive Care
- Women's health
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Clinic work
- Pediatric Care
- Excellent oral communication
- Quality Improvement
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Electronic Charting
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
AANP
ANCC
LANP
SANE
Certification
BLS
ACLS
PALS
ENPC
TNCC
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
CPHD2
07.2023 - Current
RN - Emergency Department, Med-Surg, and Rehab
Franklin Medical Center
10.2015 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
Franklin Medical Center
05.2006 - 12.2009
NICU RN
St. Francis Medical Center
06.2003 - 09.2006
Staff RN, CVICU
St. Francis Medical Center
09.2001 - 06.2003
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Monroe
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
BLS
ACLS
PALS
ENPC
TNCC
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