Carolyn Standiford
Wentzville,MO
Summary
Dedicated Nurse Extern with a proven track record at BJC, adept in patient assessment and direct patient care. Excelled in enhancing patient outcomes through effective treatment planning and care coordination. Skilled in electronic charting and known for exceptional patient condition monitoring, demonstrating both critical thinking and empathy in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern
SSM Lake Saint Louis
2024.04 - Current
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Student Nurse
BJC
2023.10 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Purely Pediatrics
2023.01 - Current
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies for well child and sick visits
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs, allergies, medication information, and current complaints at intake.
- POC testing; strep, influenza, RSV, urinalysis
- Administered child hood vaccines per doctors orders
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Premise Health
2016.01 - Current
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Phlebotomy
Patient Observer
BJC
2023.04 - 2023.12
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
Lead Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Peds
BJC
2019.10 - 2023.02
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Assisted with department budget and ordering supplies, inventory management
- Created department schedule for RN, MA, RT, and PRN employees
- Splinting, Phlebotomy,
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Allen Hospital
2011.03 - 2013.07
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens during endoscopy procedures
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Saint Louis, MO07.2025
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
Cedar Falls, Iowa03.2011
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Electronic Charting
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Vitals monitoring
- Treatment Preparation
- Collecting vitals
- Treatment Planning
- Care Coordination
Certification
CPR/BLS
CPI Crisis certified
Timeline
Nurse Extern
SSM Lake Saint Louis
2024.04 - Current
Student Nurse
BJC
2023.10 - Current
Patient Observer
BJC
2023.04 - 2023.12
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Purely Pediatrics
2023.01 - Current
Lead Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Peds
BJC
2019.10 - 2023.02
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Premise Health
2016.01 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Allen Hospital
2011.03 - 2013.07
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
CPR/BLS
CPI Crisis certified
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