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Carolyn Fleischner

Lauderdale Lakes,FL

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Detox Registered Nurse

Atrium Wellness Center
Tamarac, FL
07.2017 - 01.2020
  • Admission history and physical include drug screening, daily use amount. Meds list, and call MD for admission orders to get detox meds started.
  • Monitored vital signs during the detoxification process, observed for withdrawal S/S if present, offered PRN meds.
  • Collaborated with physicians and psychiatrists to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care including assessments, treatments, medications administered, progress notes.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions to encourage discussion about addiction issues and recovery strategies.
  • Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and call 911.

RN CVICU

Broward Health
Fort Lauderdale, FL
10.1989 - 04.2013
  • Receive post-op CABG patients directly from OR, and recover patients with PACU and CVICU staff.
  • Identified changes in patient condition quickly and accurately to ensure prompt intervention when necessary.
  • Continuous hemodynamic monitoring.
  • Direct patient care, including assessments and medication administration, including IV drip titration for BP and sedation.
  • Surgical incision dressing changes daily using aseptic technique, & document
  • Create an individualized plan of care for each patient.
  • Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
  • Mobilize patient when stable, and instruct on incentive spirometry, including family.
  • Prepare for transfer to step down unit

RN SICU/Trauma Nurse

Broward Health North
Pompano Beach, FL
04.1994 - 08.2004
  • Access patients on arrival and stabilize if preop surgery, or post-op surgery per orders.
  • Assess for pain and medicate per orders, reassess for effectiveness.
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Collected lab work and corrected abnormalities per MD orders, such as blood transfusions or electrolyte imbalance.
  • Once stable, mobilize the patient and teach post-op incentive spirometry, deep breathing, and coughing exercises to prevent complications.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients and families during difficult times.
  • Maintain accurate and timely nursing notes of all care as given in the electronic record.
  • Prepare for transfer to the step-down unit.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.

RN Telemetry

Broward Health North
Pompano Beach, FL
08.1989 - 08.1994
  • Assessed patient's condition at admission, during hospitalization, and developed an individualized plan of care.
  • Utilized computer systems to document patient information accurately and timely.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake, and output.
  • Assisted physicians with various procedures and treatments.
  • Administered medications as prescribed, including IV push cardiac meds followed by IV drip to treat various cardiac rhythms.
  • Performed 12-lead EKGs and interpreted results for physician review.
  • Prepare discharge instructions with contact information to schedule follow-up care and any activity restrictions.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL
08-1989

Skills

  • Medical Histories and Assessments
  • Data Collection/ Venipuncture, EKG's TB testing, Drug Screen urine testing, CIWA's & COW"s
  • Electronic Charting
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • RN Group Facilitator
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Discharge Planning
  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Task and Work Prioritization
  • Emergency Interventions
  • Hemodynamic continuous monitoring
  • Administer medication as ordered & titrate IV drips for BP & sedation
  • Pain Management
  • Ventilator management
  • Central Lines, A Line management
  • Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
  • Chest Tubes monitoring water seal & output,observe for bleeding
  • Blood Transfusion Administration
  • Pre & Post op education to prevent complications & document in record
  • Wound & Surgical incision care
  • Healthcare Team Collaboration

Certification

  • Florida RN license# 2569082 valid until 4/30/26
  • AHA BLS for healthcare professionals

Affiliations

  • Volunteered at University Pavillion as a Group Facilitator for IOP - Led discussion on 12 step programs , dual diagnosis, medication compliance & need for follow up with therapist for best patient outcomes.

Timeline

Detox Registered Nurse

Atrium Wellness Center
07.2017 - 01.2020

RN SICU/Trauma Nurse

Broward Health North
04.1994 - 08.2004

RN CVICU

Broward Health
10.1989 - 04.2013

RN Telemetry

Broward Health North
08.1989 - 08.1994

Associate of Science - Nursing

Broward College

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