Carrie Hynson
Senoia,GA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in fast-paced emergency and surgical settings, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in high-acuity environments. Demonstrates advanced expertise in rapid assessment, triage, and critical care interventions, with a strong ability to prioritize and adapt in dynamic clinical situations. Recognized for supporting unit leadership through coordination of patient flow, team guidance, and effective interdisciplinary communication. Brings growing leadership experience through mentorship, problem-solving, and collaboration, with a strong commitment to patient safety, staff support, and operational efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, GA
09.2025 - Current
- Deliver high-acuity, patient-centered care in a fast-paced emergency department, performing rapid assessments, triage, and prioritization based on clinical acuity
- Manage multiple critical patients simultaneously, ensuring timely interventions and adherence to evidence-based protocols
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective, patient-specific treatment plans
- Administer medications, initiate IV access, and perform emergency interventions in accordance with provider's orders and hospital standards
- Monitor patient conditions, recognizing early signs of deterioration and initiating rapid response measures
- Serve as a clinical resource for peers and supporting efficient department operations
- Participate in code response teams, ensuring coordinated and effective emergency care
- Precept and mentor new nurses and students, promoting clinical competency and professional development
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety and departmental efficiency
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg: General/Surgical Bariatric Unit
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, GA
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Provided comprehensive nursing care across surgical, bariatric, and medical populations in a high-acuity setting
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute individualized care plans
- Managed post-operative patients, ensuring early identification of complications and timely interventions
- Supported onboarding and training of new nursing staff and students, fostering a collaborative team environment
- Served as a resource to peers, promoting effective communication and workflow efficiency
- Assist with service recovery
- Recognition for patient care
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Atlanta, GA
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Delivered rapid, high-quality care in a busy emergency department, managing a wide range of acute and critical conditions
- Performed triage and prioritized patient care to ensure timely and appropriate treatment
- COVID-19 Pandemic
- Documented detailed patient histories to ensure optimal clinical result
Patient Care Technician
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville, GA
04.2014 - 09.2015
- Assisted nursing staff with direct patient care, including vital signs, mobility, and daily living activities
- Monitored and reported changes in patient condition to support timely clinical decisions
- Maintained accurate documentation and a safe patient care environment
Medical Assistant & Procedure Technician
Georgia Pain and Spine Care
Newnan, GA
07.2012 - 04.2014
- Assisted physicians with procedures and provided pre- and post-procedure patient care such as ESI, joint injections, PRP, kyphoplasty
- C-arm fluoroscopy
- Maintained sterile technique and ensured proper preparation of instruments and treatment rooms
- Educated patients on procedures and post-care instructions to promote safety and recovery
- Patient medication count and compliance
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverstone Medical Campus
Blue Ridge, GA
10.2008 - 06.2012
- Managed patient intake, including medical histories, vital signs, and documentation
- Assisted providers during examinations and minor procedures
- Maintained accurate medical records and ensured compliance with clinical standards
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Fannin Regional Hospital
Blue Ridge, GA
01.2007 - 12.2011
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment to ensure timely intervention.
- Analyzed cardiac rhythms and identified anomalies for prompt reporting to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement optimal monitoring protocols, enhancing patient safety.
- Input physician orders to AS400
Education
Registered Nursing - ASN
Georgia State University Perimeter College
Clarkston, GA01-2018
Certified Medical Assistant -
North Georgia Technical College
Blairsville, GA05-2008
Healthcare Technician - undefined
North Georgia Technical College
Blairsville, GA01-2007
Skills
- Infection Control
- Patient Advocacy
- Wound Care
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Splinting
- IV insertion
- Lab collection
- Emergency & Trauma Care
- Patient Flow Coordination
- Rapid Assessment & Triage (ESI)
- Team Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Code & Crisis Response
- Staff Mentorship
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient & Family Education
- EHR Documentation-EPIC
- EMR
Affiliations
- Emergency Nurses Association (ENA)
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State of Georgia & Nurse Licensure Compact
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- CEN (pursuing)
- TNCC (exp 2024)
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Emory University Hospital Midtown
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg: General/Surgical Bariatric Unit
Emory University Hospital Midtown
09.2024 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse – Emergency Department
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
02.2019 - 07.2021
Patient Care Technician
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
04.2014 - 09.2015
Medical Assistant & Procedure Technician
Georgia Pain and Spine Care
07.2012 - 04.2014
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverstone Medical Campus
10.2008 - 06.2012
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Fannin Regional Hospital
01.2007 - 12.2011
Healthcare Technician - undefined
North Georgia Technical College
Registered Nursing - ASN
Georgia State University Perimeter College
Certified Medical Assistant -
North Georgia Technical College