Christina Culver
Conway,NH
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 15 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops care plans and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Weekend Supervisor/Staff Nurse, RN
Mineral Springs
09.2024 - Current
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
Staff Nurse
Memorial Hospital - North Conway, NH
09.2020 - 02.2024
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, IM, and SC injections and monitored responses.
- Monitoring for change in condition and communicating with medical staff to prevent negative events.
- Encouraging resident engagement in preferred activities
- Delegating tasks and communicating resident status and order changes with LNA staff to ensure continuity of care
Travel Nurse
MAS Medical Staffing
09.2018 - 01.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care delivery across various clinical settings.
- Utilized strong assessment skills in identifying early warning signs of complications or deterioration in patients'' conditions, allowing for prompt interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Consistently received positive feedback from patients for empathetic bedside manner and attentive care provision.
Unit Manager-Transitional Care
Lebanon Center Genesis - Lebanon, NH
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Staff performance reviews, assigning and reviewing staff education requirements and monitoring competencies
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Updating Customer At Risk, Utilization Review, and QAPI reports weekly in conjunction with DON
- Weekly Hospice IDG meetings
- Monthly review with psych team for GDR and to ensure counseling services are set up for those needed
- Preparing daily staff meetings to keep communication up to date for all team members
- Weekly wound rounds and wound team engagement for wound management and healing
Long-Term Care Nurse
Kendal at Hanover
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Monitored patients'' health conditions closely, promptly reporting significant changes to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive and holistic approaches to patient care.
- Implemented creative therapeutic activities for cognitive stimulation and social engagement among residents.
- Served as advocate for resident rights, ensuring that each patient's voice was heard during care conferences or decision-making processes regarding treatment options.
Hospice Home Visiting Nurse
LakeSunapeeRegionVNA - New London, NH
05.2017 - 11.2017
- Coordinated with physicians regularly regarding updates on patient conditions and recommended adjustments in treatment protocols when necessary.
- Providing education and instruction for patients and caregivers regarding end of life care, expected changes, signs, and symptoms of anxiety and pain, medication management and treatment
- Advocated for adequate home-based support systems for patients, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment conducive to end of life care and experiences
Nursing Unit Manager
Hanover Terrace
01.2014 - 08.2016
- Managed daily nursing unit operations, maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality of care.
- Increased nurse retention rates by promoting a positive work environment and offering regular professional development opportunities.
- Served as liaison between nursing staff, administration, and other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth communication and optimal patient outcomes.
- Elevated patient care standards by leading the team in implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Floor Nurse/MDS Coordinator
Genesis HealthCare - Lebanon, NH
05.2009 - 01.2014
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Managed care of diverse patient populations, adapting nursing interventions to meet unique needs and preferences.
- Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for patients with dementia and Alzheimer's
- Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses including COPD, heart failure, and kidney disease
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented holistic patient care through a team nursing process.
Clinic Nurse
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center - Lebanon, NH
09.2008 - 05.2009
- Worked with MD to visit spinal cord injured patients and with APRN to visit traumatic brain injured patients
- Performed medication reconciliation, wound care, and maintained notes of products and services needed by patients
- Acted as a trusted liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers for clear communication of medical information.
- Provided exceptional patient education, promoting adherence to prescribed treatment plans and prevention measures.
- Assisted with case management duties to ensure social needs were met with support services within the local communities. Collaborating with community support services.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing
White Mountain Community College
Berlin, NH05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Health And Human Services
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZ01-2022
Nursing: Licensed Practical Nurse -
Lincoln Technical Institute
New Britain, CT01-2008
Associate of Science - General Studies
Manchester Community College
Manchester, CT01-2006
Skills
- Long-term and Skilled Nursing Patient Care
- Home Health Care and Geriatric Nursing
- Infection control measures
- Medication and IV administration
- Care Planning
- Hospice Care
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Safety and Education
- Case Management
- Wound Care
- Staff Education
- Active Listening and Critical Thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse, New Hampshire, Multi-state LIcense,
114349-21. Initial License: 5/27/2025 Expires: 5/27/2027
- Licensed Practical Nurse, New Hampshire, 014792-22.
Initial: 08/15/2008
- CPR Certification, Expires 10/2026
- IV administration certification, Omnicare - 2009
- POLST Facilitator Certification Training - 2014
- Hand-in-Hand Dementia Educator - 2014
Timeline
Weekend Supervisor/Staff Nurse, RN
Mineral Springs
09.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse
Memorial Hospital - North Conway, NH
09.2020 - 02.2024
Travel Nurse
MAS Medical Staffing
09.2018 - 01.2024
Unit Manager-Transitional Care
Lebanon Center Genesis - Lebanon, NH
11.2017 - 01.2020
Long-Term Care Nurse
Kendal at Hanover
08.2017 - 05.2018
Hospice Home Visiting Nurse
LakeSunapeeRegionVNA - New London, NH
05.2017 - 11.2017
Nursing Unit Manager
Hanover Terrace
01.2014 - 08.2016
Floor Nurse/MDS Coordinator
Genesis HealthCare - Lebanon, NH
05.2009 - 01.2014
Clinic Nurse
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center - Lebanon, NH
09.2008 - 05.2009
Associate of Arts - Nursing
White Mountain Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Health And Human Services
University of Arizona Global Campus
Nursing: Licensed Practical Nurse -
Lincoln Technical Institute
Associate of Science - General Studies
Manchester Community College
Hobbies
Hiking
Horses
Outdoor concerts
Watching Pro tennis
Baking