Carrie Ann Henderson
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse specializing in emergency and critical care. Expertise in high-pressure environments with a focus on patient needs and quality care delivery. Strong communication skills facilitate effective teamwork within healthcare settings. Enhanced patient satisfaction through dedicated service and advocacy efforts.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Asheville Eye Associates
Asheville, North Carolina
04.2024 - Current
- Educated patients on pre-and post-operative eye care procedures to enhance understanding and recovery outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress in electronic health records to ensure accurate and timely care.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ensured compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices to uphold safety and quality of care.
Registered Nurse
Cherokee Indian Hospital
Cherokee, North Carolina
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Coordinated client assessments to identify needs and develop service plans.
- Navigated community resources to connect clients with appropriate services.
- Reviewed client progress and revised care plans.
- Documented case notes accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
Registered Nurse Manager, Medical-Surgical Unit
Harris Regional Hospital
Sylva, North Carolina
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with physicians to enhance patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Evaluated staff performance and delivered targeted feedback to drive professional development.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to streamline case reviews and improve treatment strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state regulations related to nursing practice.
- Participated in clinical rounds to evaluate patient care needs.
- Advised leadership on appropriate staffing levels based on current census data.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
- Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
Haywood Regional Medical Center
Clyde, North Carolina
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Prepared patients for endoscopic procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding of the process.
- Monitored vital signs during and after procedures.
- Administered medications based on physician prescriptions.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-procedure care to enhance recovery and promote adherence to medical advice.
- Trained new staff on procedural protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored anesthesia and vital signs during endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety throughout.
- Managed emergency situations quickly and efficiently ensuring positive outcomes for the patient.
- Assessed patient condition, ordered laboratory tests, monitored vital signs, and documented changes in patients' conditions.
Registered Nurse- Perianesthesia
Mission Health System
Asheville, North Carolina
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Facilitated patient preparation for endoscopic procedures by adhering to safety protocols, ensuring optimal conditions for care.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to the medical team, contributing to timely interventions during procedures.
- Provided education to patients on pre- and post-procedure care and expectations, enhancing their understanding and compliance.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
Registered Nurse- Travel Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing
Charlotte, North Carolina
11.2012 - 12.2017
- Administered patient care across diverse healthcare settings, adapting to varying protocols and patient needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to healthcare providers to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions to promote better recovery outcomes.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the practice of nursing within the scope of travel nurse duties.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps to meet individual patient needs.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mission Health System
Asheville, North Carolina
08.2004 - 08.2012
- Provided critical care to patients in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Assisted in triage process to prioritize patient care based on urgency.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to medical staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient management and outcomes.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions and care plans, empowering them for better health management.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Lee's McRae College
Banner Elk, NC05-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC05-2004
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Care planning
- Patient education
- EHR management
- EMR systems
- Compliance monitoring
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Strong clinical judgment
- Emergency response
- Problem solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Asheville Eye Associates
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Cherokee Indian Hospital
07.2021 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse Manager, Medical-Surgical Unit
Harris Regional Hospital
07.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
Haywood Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse- Perianesthesia
Mission Health System
01.2018 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse- Travel Nurse
Cirrus Medical Staffing
11.2012 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mission Health System
08.2004 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Lee's McRae College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
Haywood Community College