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Carrie Ann Craig

San Tan Valley,AZ

Summary

Registered nurse with a strong background in wound care, orthopedic support, and bedside patient care. Builds clear communication with patients, families, and care teams while documenting assessments, treatments, and progress accurately. Values teaching, teamwork, and dependable support for safe, coordinated care.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

RN/Bedside Nurse

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center
Gilbert, Arizona
08.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and support staff to optimize patient care decisions.
  • Administered medications to patients according to physician orders and watched patient responses per physician orders.
  • Observed patients after surgery, answered questions, and shared home care tips.
  • Documented assessments, interventions, and progress notes in electronic medical records to support continuity of care.

RN/Orthopedic Coordinator

Mountain Vista Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2023
  • Wound Care RN, Ortho/Med/Surg RN, preceptor for new staff and Charge RN then took a position as the Orthopedic Coordinator 1 year ago. As the Ortho Coordinator I tracked quality data on our orthopedic patients. Informed patients about surgical procedures to improve their understanding. Educated our nursing staff on orthopedic topics and our quality data. Led monthly Ortho Section meetings to discuss patient outcomes and quality initiatives. Met with DNV surveyors for our yearly orthopedic accreditation.
  • Performed comprehensive patient assessments in Mountain Vista Medical Center acute care units.
  • Administered medications and monitored responses per provider orders and nursing protocols.
  • Developed individualized care plans with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.

Clinical Nurse Manager

Healogics Inc.
10.2015 - 12.2018
  • Directed wound care nursing operations for Healogics patient treatment workflows.
  • Led team of nurses in specialized care for patients with acute and chronic wounds, ensuring HIPAA compliance and aligning goals with Hospital and Healogics mission. Coordinated planning and achieved objectives while performing account reconciliations and resolving variances.
  • Supervised clinical staff in wound assessment and dressing changes.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary care plans with physicians and therapy teams.
  • Managed communication with patients and families to discuss care options.

Wound Care RN Case Manager

Mountain Vista Medical Center
08.2009 - 10.2015

Document nursing assessments, treatments, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care to ensure comprehensive patient records. Coordinate and process supplies, durable medical equipment, and home care services to meet patient needs effectively. Educate patients on nutrition, offloading, dressing changes, HBO therapy, and adherence to their care plan to enhance recovery outcomes. Communicate effectively with physicians and patients.

  • Coordinate and process supplies, durable medical equipment, and home care services to meet patient needs effectively.
  • Educate patients on nutrition, offloading, dressing changes, HBO therapy, and adherence to their care plan to enhance recovery outcomes.
  • Communicate effectively with physicians and patients.

Wound Care RN Case Manager

Chandler Regional Wound Clinic
12.2007 - 04.2009
  • Assessed wounds and documented skin conditions for patients at Chandler Regional Medical Center.
  • Collaborated with physicians and care teams on wound treatment plans.
  • Monitored dressing changes using clean technique across acute care units.
  • Delivered consistent task performance as outlined in previous sections

RN

Banner Desert Medical Center
05.2006 - 06.2007
  • Provided comprehensive RN care for oncology and med/surg patients, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols. IV and Central line care. PO, IM, & IV medication administration. Transfused blood products. Documentation of all patient care and medications. Coordinated multidisciplinary patient care, integrating PT/OT, music therapy, and diagnostic tests to enhance patient outcomes.

LPN

Banner Desert Medical Center
04.2005 - 05.2006
  • Delivered LPN care for Subacute Care patients, ensuring comfort and recovery. Administered PO and IM medications. Performed wound care. Maintained accurate documentation of patient care and medications to support health outcomes. Coordinated multidisciplinary patient care involving physical and occupational therapy to enhance recovery process.

CNA

Banner Desert Medical Center
10.2001 - 04.2005
  • Provided CNA support for oncology and med/surgical patients, including patient ambulation, vital sign checks, assistance with ADLs, and accurate charting of care provided.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ
12-2006

Skills

  • Wound Care
  • Wound care management
  • Orthopedic Care
  • Patient assessment
  • Patient communication
  • Leadership Development
  • Software proficiency
  • CPR Certification

Personal Information

Title: Registered Nurse

INTERESTS

Anything my kids or grandkids are participating in . Love watching and playing most sports.

HONOR AWARDS

Angel Award (2008), Chandler Regional Medical Center, Employee of the Month (10/2011), Mountain Vista Medical Center, Daisy Award (2024) Mercy Gilbert Medical Center

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Sunday School Teacher, Work with adults, youth and children in our congregation. Teaching, leading, and organizing activities. Participate in our church choir.

Timeline

RN/Bedside Nurse

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center
08.2023 - Current

RN/Orthopedic Coordinator

Mountain Vista Medical Center
01.2019 - 08.2023

Clinical Nurse Manager

Healogics Inc.
10.2015 - 12.2018

Wound Care RN Case Manager

Mountain Vista Medical Center
08.2009 - 10.2015

Wound Care RN Case Manager

Chandler Regional Wound Clinic
12.2007 - 04.2009

RN

Banner Desert Medical Center
05.2006 - 06.2007

LPN

Banner Desert Medical Center
04.2005 - 05.2006

CNA

Banner Desert Medical Center
10.2001 - 04.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Carrie Ann Craig