Catherine Carrigan
Canton,MS
Summary
Critical care nursing professional with comprehensive background in high-stakes healthcare environments. Known for delivering exceptional patient care and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, with commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
- Provided high-quality care for critically ill patients with various conditions
- Streamlined patient flow by assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers of critically ill patients within the hospital setting.
- Worked in various specialty units including medical ICU, neuro ICU, surgical ICU, emergency department, and step down unit
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department
Registered Nurse, ICU
University of Mississippi Medical Center
11.2020 - 04.2024
- Provided nursing care to critically ill patients in an ICU setting
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Advocated for patient needs, working closely with healthcare providers to ensure individualized care plans were developed and executed accordingly.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Mississippi Medical Center
02.2015 - 11.2020
- Provided nursing care to level 1 trauma patients, medical emergencies, critical care patients
- Performed nursing skills and duties consistent with the scope of practice under the Mississippi Board of nursing
- Collaborated with members of the healthcare team to organize patient's plan of care
- Used nursing assessment as well as critical thinking skills to care for patients in emergent and non emergent situations
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
Student Nurse Extern, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
University of Mississippi Medical Center
05.2014 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals
- Performed the basic duties of an RN under the supervision of a preceptor
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
Nurse Technician
St. Dominic Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2014
- Complied with all specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
- Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
- Answered call lights and aided in patient comfort and safety by adjusting beds, lights, bed rails, pillows, patient clothing and bedside tales or equipment
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS01.2014
High School Diploma -
Madison-Ridgeland Academy
Madison, MS01.2010
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Course
Certifications
BLS, ACLS, PALS
Timeline
Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, ICU
University of Mississippi Medical Center
11.2020 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University of Mississippi Medical Center
02.2015 - 11.2020
Student Nurse Extern, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit
University of Mississippi Medical Center
05.2014 - 08.2014
Nurse Technician
St. Dominic Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Madison-Ridgeland Academy
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi College
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