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RegisteredNurse

Carolyn Goodman

Brinkley,AR

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct adult and Pediatric patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Patient-oriented Nurse with 31 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with hospice specialty. Patient-oriented Nurse with 31 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with hospice specialty. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Helena Regional Medical Center
02.2006 - 07.2024
  • Promoted a safe environment for adult and Pediatric patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
  • Managed caseload of 6 adult patients and or 4 pediatric simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Registered Nurse

Travel Nurse Solutions
09.2000 - 04.2006
  • Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
  • Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Registered Nurse

ABC Home Health Care
04.1998 - 06.2000
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Registered Nurse

Lee County Health Dept.
05.1993 - 04.1998
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

East Arkansas Community College
05.1993

GED -

Clarendon High School
07.1981

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication Administration
  • Feeding pumps understanding
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Family advocacy
  • Home Health Care
  • Home care
  • Administering immunizations
  • Treatment Planning
  • Removing sutures
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Patient Monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Care Planning
  • Family Education
  • Licensed RN
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Taking vitals
  • Precepting
  • Patient Discharge
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Medication Distribution
  • Patient care planning
  • Physical assessments
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Care Plan Development
  • Wound Care
  • Infection control measures
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Diabetes management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Staff Supervision
  • Personal care needs
  • Chest pain management
  • HIPAA Education
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Documentation and charting

Certification

AHA ACLS

AHA BLS


Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Helena Regional Medical Center
02.2006 - 07.2024

Registered Nurse

Travel Nurse Solutions
09.2000 - 04.2006

Registered Nurse

ABC Home Health Care
04.1998 - 06.2000

Registered Nurse

Lee County Health Dept.
05.1993 - 04.1998

GED -

Clarendon High School

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

East Arkansas Community College
Carolyn Goodman