Carrie Myers

Work History

Arden Hospice

02.2024 - 08.2024

Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.

Traditions Health Care

01.2023 - 02.2024

Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.

Baptist Health Medical Center

03.2016 - 12.2022

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.

Ridgeland Eyecare Center

08.2014 - 03.2018

Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance support services available for patients beyond the clinical setting.
Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
Devised and implemented clinical protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
Streamlined processes for increased efficiency in patient care delivery, reducing wait times and improving overall satisfaction.

Fred L. McMillan MD, PLLC

08.2008 - 08.2014

Maintained patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and other applicable privacy regulations throughout the documentation process.
Streamlined physician workflow by transcribing medical information in real-time during patient consultations.
Reduced errors in medical records through meticulous attention to detail and thorough knowledge of medical terminology.
Kept up-to-date with evolving healthcare regulations to ensure compliance in all aspects of documentation and recordkeeping.
Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting medical histories, physical examinations, and procedures.
Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
Reviewed records, paperwork, and orders for errors and resolved issues with minimal direction.
Increased physician productivity by handling administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient inquiries.
Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
Expedited patient care decisions by promptly providing physicians with relevant clinical data from previous encounters or test results.
Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing necessary equipment or supplies ensuring smooth workflow in high-pressure situations.
Completed transcription of gross and final diagnosis for medical reports.
Handled multiple projects simultaneously, providing clients with prompt and high-quality service.