Carrie Billig
Canonsburg,PA
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency and perioperative care. Adept at implementing quality improvement initiatives and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
AHN Jefferson Hospital
07.2024 - Current
- Administered emergency care, triaging patients to prioritize treatment based on severity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Monitored vital signs and responded swiftly to changes in patient conditions.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing overall patient outcomes in the ER.
- Utilized electronic health records systems to streamline information sharing and improve workflow efficiency.
Pre-op/PACU Nurse
Bethel Park Surgery Center, AHN
01.2019 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of patient vital signs and recovery status following anesthesia to maintain optimal safety and comfort levels.
- Executed medication administration and IV therapy in accordance with physician orders, ensuring strict adherence to established protocols.
- Coordinated efforts with diverse teams to formulate personalized care strategies aimed at achieving optimal recovery results.
- Provided comprehensive education on postoperative care to enhance patient and family understanding of recovery processes.
Pre-op/PACU Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Administered medications and IV therapies as per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing readmission rates through enhanced postoperative care strategies.
- Implemented best practices in patient monitoring, improving response times to changes in condition.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
RN, PACU
Washington Health Systems
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Lead emergency response protocols during adverse events, ensuring rapid stabilization of critical patients in PACU setting.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction scores within the department.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in PACU procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Supported ongoing professional development of fellow nurses through mentorship opportunities within the PACU setting.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Washington Health System
05.2010 - 07.2018
- Mentored new nurses, providing training on protocols and best practices in emergency care.
- Conducted thorough assessments, ensuring accurate documentation of patient histories and treatments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Washington Health Systems
12.2007 - 05.2010
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry systems to ensure timely detection of abnormalities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on telemetry monitoring processes and equipment usage for improved engagement.
- Assisted in training new staff members on best practices for telemetry nursing protocols and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
10-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Washington Hospital School of Nursing
Washington, Pa12-2007
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Waynesburg University
Waynesburg, PA12-2007
Skills
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Patient and family advocacy
- Technology proficient
- HIPPA compliance
- Discharge planning
- Quality improvement
- Healthcare regulations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Prioritizing organizational goals
- Fast-paced and expert time management
- Care-Plan coordination
- Nursing Autonomy
- Excellent telephonic and digital communication
Certification
ACLS
PALS
NIH Stroke Scale
Certified Ambulatory Peri-Anesthesia RN
Patient Safety Champion
Employee Engagement Chair
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
AHN Jefferson Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Pre-op/PACU Nurse
Bethel Park Surgery Center, AHN
01.2019 - Current
Pre-op/PACU Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center
08.2018 - 01.2019
RN, PACU
Washington Health Systems
10.2015 - 07.2018
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Washington Health System
05.2010 - 07.2018
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Washington Health Systems
12.2007 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Washington Hospital School of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Waynesburg University