CARRIE ANNE WILKINS
Clemmons,North Carolina
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 11 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in geriatrics, gastroenterology, preoperative / postoperative, and ambulatory settings. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Ambulatory Float Registered Nurse
Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Health
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Ability to adapt to new environments and patient populations
- Assist in preparing patient for provider visit and assist with any minor procedures
- Ability to organize, set priorities, and manage tasks in a timely manner.
Preoperative / Postoperative
Surgical Care Affiliates
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Patient assessment, instruction, and preparation prior to surgery
- Ability to communicate patient status with physicians and identify issues as well as recommend treatment options.
- Prepared family members with discharge instructions for patients ages six months and older.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Endoscopy Suite
Forsyth Medical Center
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Perform pre-operative interview to collect medical history to ensure criteria is met prior to inpatient and outpatient procedures
- Closely monitor patients for condition changes and reporting any changes to physician
- Treating and providing comfort to patients with any post-operative symptoms as well as educating patients and families.
Endoscopy Suite RN / Charge Nurse
Gastroenterology Associates of the Piedmont
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Prepared for procedures as appropriate and operated instruments, supplies, and equipment in a manner that is cost effective without compromising quality of care
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Monitor patients recovering from anesthesia after colonoscopies and endoscopies.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Neuro Intensive Care Unit
Forsyth Medical Center
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Monitor patients for changes in neurological status and institute appropriate interventions
- Prioritize nursing care for assigned critically ill patients based on assessment data and identified needs
- Set up and monitor medical equipment and devices such as oxygen delivery devices, intercranial pressure monitor, arterial lines, and intravascular cooling catheters
- Collaborate with other health care professionals to develop and revise plans based on identified needs and assessment data.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arbor Acres Retirement Community
03.2014 - 07.2016
- Medication administration and accuracy of medication administration records
- Ensuring proper input and changes of physician orders into electronic medical records
- Ongoing monitoring and documentation of resident’s health status.
Education
Associate in Applied Science - Associate degree Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaDiploma in Practical Nursing -
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Treatment Preparation
- Documentation
- Infection Control
- Direct Patient Care
- Organizational Skills
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Women's health exams
- Medical Supply Management
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Ambulatory Float Registered Nurse
Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Health
07.2023 - 12.2023
Preoperative / Postoperative
Surgical Care Affiliates
06.2021 - 06.2023
Endoscopy Suite
Forsyth Medical Center
12.2020 - 06.2021
Endoscopy Suite RN / Charge Nurse
Gastroenterology Associates of the Piedmont
05.2017 - 12.2020
Neuro Intensive Care Unit
Forsyth Medical Center
07.2016 - 05.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arbor Acres Retirement Community
03.2014 - 07.2016
Associate in Applied Science - Associate degree Nursing
Forsyth Technical Community College
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
Forsyth Technical Community College
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