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Carrie Colson

Emmitsburg,Maryland

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate PMHNP with s 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.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Field RN / Contractor

Bayada
09.2020 - Current
  • Assesses clients and their needs to ensure proper care and treatments are being performed to maximize quality assurance.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

RN Case Manager

Frederick Health
11.2016 - 09.2023


  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall clinical performance and patient outcomes.
  • Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
  • Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.

Nursing Supervisor, RN

Ravenwood Nursing Center
06.2015 - 11.2016
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through regular audits of documentation, policies, and procedures.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Upheld high standards of nursing practice through ongoing education offerings for staff members on topics such as pain management or wound care techniques.

Education

Master of Science - PMHNP

Frostburg State University
12-2024

Bachelors of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
05.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hagerstown Community College
05.2015

Skills

  • Psychiatric assessment
  • Collaborative care
  • Pharmacological management
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Community mental health
  • Diagnostic evaluation
  • Excellent Communication
  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Clinical Decision Making
  • Clinical judgment

Certification

  • IHI Certificate in Quality and Safety
  • JHN Evidence-Based Practice Series
  • LSSGBH Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • EEG and Neuromodulation
  • BLS certified

Degree

MSN, PMHNP

Timeline

Field RN / Contractor

Bayada
09.2020 - Current

RN Case Manager

Frederick Health
11.2016 - 09.2023

Nursing Supervisor, RN

Ravenwood Nursing Center
06.2015 - 11.2016

Bachelors of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Master of Science - PMHNP

Frostburg State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hagerstown Community College

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