Carolyn Coleman
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
I am a goal-oriented, competent APRN dedicated to advancing my training in orthopedics. I am a motivated learner and passionate healthcare provider with over nine years of clinical experience. I am eager to leverage my clinical experience and skills in the advanced practice role. I am an efficient, detail-oriented team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. I have clinical experience in emergency, trauma, and primary care settings, and I have a specific passion for orthopedics. I work well in fast-paced team environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center
University Of Colorado
03.2015 - Current
- Charge Nurse, Code Team, Preceptor, Trauma Educator
- Part of the trauma team involved with trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, thoracic and orthopedic trauma.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality emergency and trauma care and timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to plan and execute care effectively, resulting in better patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively while caring for high-acuity orthopedic patients requiring complex medical intervention.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Tacoma General Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Responsible for triaging acuity, physical assessments, medication and symptom management, and procedures in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed challenging situations calmly under pressure while maintaining focus on patient safety and well-being.
- Worked closely with physicians and APPs with diagnostic tests and procedures such as IV insertions, EKGs, wound care management, and splint application, and assisted in invasive life-saving procedures and orthopedic closed reductions, among others.
Registered Nurse, Charge RN, Emergency Department
Quincy Medical Group
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Banner Baywood Medical Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication of treatment plans.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Treated a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including back, neck, and spine conditions, as well as a wide range of orthopedic trauma emergencies.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Johns Hopkins Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided timely interventions for critically ill patients, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for accurate medical records.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to identify underlying health concerns and initiate appropriate interventions promptly.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively managing assignments across multiple hospital locations and varied patient populations.
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
The Youth Clinic
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized pediatric nursing plans and evaluating outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients, identifying potential risks and making necessary interventions for a safer recovery process.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering trust and establishing a positive rapport with the healthcare team.
Education
Master of Science - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse- FNP
Regis College
Weston, MA12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accelerated Post-Bachelors BSN
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Oshkosh, WI10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
La Crosse, WI12.2012
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Effective Communication
- Cultural Competence
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Emotional Intelligence
- Highly Motivated and Organized
- Calm Under Pressure
- Wound Management and Repair
- Hospital rounding
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
Certification
Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA)- currently enrolled
Colorado Board of Nursing Registered Nurse, present License 163150
California Board of Nursing Registered Nurse, Present License 95233377
Basic Life Support (BLS), present
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), present
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), present
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), present
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC), present
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI), present
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), present
Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN), present
NIHSS, present
Timeline
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Tacoma General Hospital
01.2023 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, Charge RN, Emergency Department
Quincy Medical Group
10.2021 - 03.2022
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Banner Baywood Medical Center
09.2021 - 03.2022
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Johns Hopkins Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
The Youth Clinic
04.2018 - 10.2019
Registered Nurse, Trauma Center
University Of Colorado
03.2015 - Current
Master of Science - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse- FNP
Regis College
Bachelor of Science - Accelerated Post-Bachelors BSN
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
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