Carrie Shore-Ball
Northern Regional Hospital
Walnut Cove,NC
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Results-driven Charge Nurse experienced in clinical leadership and patient care coordination. Enhanced team performance and patient outcomes through effective mentoring and collaboration in high-pressure emergency settings. Developed comprehensive patient care plans and streamlined workflows to reduce wait times and improve overall care delivery.
Work History
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
10 Years 6 Months- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Streamlined triage processes, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times significantly.
- Monitored patient vital signs and assessed health conditions to ensure optimal care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of critical patients, ensuring timely interventions and accurate documentation.
- Administered medications and treatments in compliance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
- Led multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced a fast-paced emergency environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing wait times for patients in emergency situations.
- Led multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced a fast-paced emergency environment.
- Led training sessions for new nursing staff on best practices and hospital policies.
- Trained staff on advanced life support techniques, enhancing team readiness for emergencies.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced teamwork within the nursing staff through regular communication and collaboration.
- Oversaw daily shift operations including managing staff schedules, coordinating patient assignments, and monitoring equipment maintenance needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
13 Years 4 Months- Led triage processes to prioritize patient care in high-stress emergency situations.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and streamline workflows.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Evaluated patient assessments to ensure accurate diagnosis and timely interventions were performed.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health conditions, prognosis, and treatment.
- Ensured patient safety and reduced incidents of infection with strict adherence to hygiene protocols.
- Administered emergency medications to stabilize patients, improving chances for recovery.
- Reduced stress and anxiety for patients and families by offering compassionate care and support.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Applied Science-EMT-Paramedic
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Critical care
Charting and documenting
HIPAA compliance
Care coordination
Nurse supervision
Staff development
Staff development
Staff training
Nursing supervision
Strong clinical judgment
Staff development
Mentoring and coaching
Delegation and motivation
Student precepting
Certification
ACLS-EXP-5/19/28
PALS-EXP-2/19/28
BCLS-EXP-1/9/27
CEN-EXP-2/8/27
ASLS-EXP-5/1/27
RN-NC-License number-247053-EXP-5/31/27
Timeline
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Northern Regional Hospital
02.2016 - 08.2026Read More
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
LifeBrite Community Hospital Of Stokes
06.2012 - 10.2025Read More
Walden University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Forsyth Technical Community College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Forsyth Technical Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Applied Science-EMT-Paramedic
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