Carrol McChristian
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
Chesterton,IN
1
Certification
29
years of professional experience
Oncology Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service. Self-directed with clinical knowledge and experience as an effective part of the interdisciplinary team.
Work History
Registered Nurse
5 Years 1 Month- Patient assessment
- Monitor vital signs to identify changes in patient conditions and inform care decisions
- Medication administration
- Perform diagnostic testing & analyze results
- Provide education to patients about their health conditions and treatment plans.
- Consult and collaborate with members of healthcare team
- Therapeutic communication with patients and family members
- Manage patient admissions and discharges efficiently in a healthcare setting.
- Leadership/Charge nurse experience
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition at all times to safeguard health information.
Patient Care Associate
7 Months- Obtain and record patient's vital signs, intake and output and blood glucose.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Ensured clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment to promote health and well-being.
- Facilitated patient transfers and ambulation to enhance mobility and comfort.
- Experience with JP drains, nasogastric tubes and Foley catheters.
- Assisted with management of JP drains, nasogastric tubes, and Foley catheters in patient care settings.
- Executed patient mobility services by turning, lifting, moving, and repositioning patients to support recovery and comfort.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition at all times to safeguard health information.
Certified Medical Assistant
2 Years 3 Months- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, obtained vital signs, and addressed questions to facilitate efficient physician examinations.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information and determine purpose of visit.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to create a patient-focused environment that promotes engagement and compassion.
- Monitored medical supply levels and submitted orders to maintain adequate stock.
Certified Medical Assistant
17 Years 11 Months- Obtain and record patients' vital signs, intake and output and blood glucose
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Educated patients on medication and diet information while clarifying physicians' orders and addressing questions to improve understanding and compliance.
- Contacted pharmacies via phone and fax to submit prescriptions and refill requests.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal, and dressing changes, enhancing procedural readiness and comfort.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Medication and IV administration
Electronic health records
Diagnostic testing
Communication skills
Patient education and counseling
Documentation and charting
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Nursing staff leadership
Certification
BLS certified through American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2026Read More
Patient Care Associate
Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
12.2020 - 07.2021Read More
Certified Medical Assistant
Ascension St Vincent Hospital
04.2015 - 07.2017Read More
Certified Medical Assistant
Community Health Network
03.1997 - 02.2015Read More
Chamberlain School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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