Crystal Faulkner
La Grange,NC
Summary
Professional Registered Nurse skilled in coordinating and managing patient care plans. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Expertise in emergency response, care planning, case management, and health education, with compassionate and reliable approach. Proven ability to build trust with patients and healthcare teams, ensuring high standards and effective results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Infusion Registered Nurse PRN
Helms Home Care
02.2025 - Current
- Administer intravenous medications and therapies to patients in home settings, ensuring safety and compliance with protocols.
- Provide patient education on medication management, promoting adherence to treatment plans and enhancing health outcomes.
- Monitor patient vital signs and responses to treatments, documenting changes accurately for ongoing assessment and intervention.
- Maintain accurate patient records by documenting all aspects of home infusion nursing care, including assessments, interventions, and evaluations.
- Develop strong rapport with patients and families, fostering a trusting environment conducive to successful home-based care.
- Promote infection control practices in the home setting through proper equipment handling techniques and hand hygiene education for both staff members and caregivers.
- Perform venous access device care and maintenance for patients, ensuring proper function and minimizing risk of infection.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments prior to initiating infusion therapy, identifying any contraindications or potential risks associated with the prescribed treatment plan.
- Document treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provide skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Use first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enact prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
School Health Nurse
UNC Wayne Health Care, Corporate & School Health
04.2021 - Current
- Track and collect immunization data to keep students up-to-date and compliant with state immunization requirements.
- Provide nursing care and case-management for school aged children with chronic conditions.
- Train and manage school staff on medication administration and specialized procedures.
- Develop and implement health education programs promoting wellness and preventive care among students.
- Create individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Conduct assessments of student health needs, providing timely interventions and referrals as necessary.
- Train Wayne County Public School First Responders in Basic Life Support and First Aid.
- Serve as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department PRN
UNC Lenoir Health Care
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Administered emergency care to patients experiencing acute medical conditions and trauma.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- 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.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Contributed to improved departmental performance metrics through prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Pediatric Emergency Staff Nurse III
Vidant Children's Emergency Department
02.2017 - 04.2021
- Delivered compassionate care to pediatric patients, ensuring comfort and emotional support during procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diver
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in pediatric care and fostering professional development.
- Conducted health assessments and triaged patients effectively, prioritizing critical cases for timely intervention.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, high-quality nursing care to pediatric patients and their families.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Skillfully performed assessments on incoming pediatric patients to determine appropriate level of care needed.
- Served as an advocate for pediatric patients, addressing concerns and facilitating communication between medical staff, families, and other healthcare providers.
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, ensuring the safety and well-being of pediatric patients.
- Supported timely interventions for critically ill or injured children through accurate identification of symptoms requiring immediate attention from medical personnel.
- Thrived in high volume atmosphere providing care ranging from wellness visits to illnesses, injuries, and life-threatening conditions.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures by effectively preparing necessary equipment and supplies while ensuring child''s comfort throughout process.
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through continuing education courses, maintaining expertise in current trends within pediatric nursing practice.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated social workers and child welfare personnel on complex health issues, providing valuable insight into pediatric patients' conditions.
Emergency Room Staff Nurse II
UNC Lenoir Health Care
06.2013 - 02.2017
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, responding swiftly to medical emergencies as needed.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, discharge instructions, and post-care follow-up procedures.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients presenting with various medical conditions or injuries, identifying appropriate interventions in collaboration with the attending physician.
- Assisted physicians during critical procedures such as intubations or suturing wounds by preparing necessary equipment ensuring efficient operation of the Emergency Room team efforts.
- Managed critical situations promptly, effectively stabilizing patients during life-threatening emergencies through rapid assessment, intervention, and close monitoring.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently triaging and prioritizing cases based on severity and urgency.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult moments in the Emergency Room setting, demonstrating empathy and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering their professional growth through sharing expertise and guidance during orientation periods.
- Continuously expanded knowledge of emergency procedures and policies through regular participation in training sessions and workshops.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate care, actively listening to concerns, and addressing needs in a timely manner.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illness.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina, NC12-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC06-2013
Skills
- HIPAA regulations adherence
- Triage
- Case Management
- Experience in biologic therapies, including immunoglobulin therapy
- PICC line, central line, and PIV insertion and maintenance
- Medication and IV administration; skilled in infusion pump operation and total parenteral nutrition
- Effective communication and active listening skills
- Effective clinical decision-making, adaptability, flexibility, critical-thinking, and problem-solving
- Patient education
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- National Board Certified School Health Nurse, UNC Wayne Health - 4 years
- BLS - Basic Life Support, 12 years
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support, 8 years
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 8 years
- PK-12 Heart Saver Instructor, 4 years
Timeline
Home Infusion Registered Nurse PRN
Helms Home Care
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department PRN
UNC Lenoir Health Care
04.2022 - 12.2024
School Health Nurse
UNC Wayne Health Care, Corporate & School Health
04.2021 - Current
Pediatric Emergency Staff Nurse III
Vidant Children's Emergency Department
02.2017 - 04.2021
Emergency Room Staff Nurse II
UNC Lenoir Health Care
06.2013 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lenoir Community College