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Carolyn Richardson

Oakland, TN 38060,TN

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct 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. 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.

Work History

Nursing Supervisor

State Of Tennessee
Memphis, TN
04.2022 - Current
  • Supervised staff of 2-5 registered nurses, [1] licensed practical nurses and 4-10 mental health technicians.
  • Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 12 nurses and support personnel.
  • Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
  • Performed direct nursing care to patients during personnel shortage.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Acendo Nursing Service
Memphis, TN
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Provided direct quality care to 28 acute patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric as well as medical conditions.
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Administered medication and treatments to 28 patients to observe and record responses.
  • Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Unity Psychiatric Care
Memphis, TN
06.2018 - 12.2020
  • Provided direct quality care to 16 senior patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
  • Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.

Registered Nurse 3

State Of Tennessee
Memphis, TN
02.2008 - 03.2018
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess 32 patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.

Registered Nurse

United States Army Nurse Corps
Washington, DC
06.1992 - 08.2007
  • During this span of time performed duties in staff nurse, charge nurse, and unit manager roles in both inpatient and clinical settings.
  • Supervised 20-50 military and civilian personnel.
  • Responsible for hiring and termination of staff.
  • Provided direct patient during staffing shortages.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX
05.1992

Skills

  • Nursing Protocols
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Medical Issues Management
  • De-escalation and calming skills
  • Communication with providers, peers, subordinates and clients
  • Medication management
  • Behavioral management

Timeline

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Acendo Nursing Service
05.2022 - 08.2022

Nursing Supervisor

State Of Tennessee
04.2022 - Current

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Unity Psychiatric Care
06.2018 - 12.2020

Registered Nurse 3

State Of Tennessee
02.2008 - 03.2018

Registered Nurse

United States Army Nurse Corps
06.1992 - 08.2007

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The Incarnate Word
Carolyn Richardson