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Dawn Carter

Dawn Carter

Coeur D'Alene,ID

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse specializing in Multi-Specialty Surgery with strong leadership skills. Successfully managed and opened two surgery centers with positive state inspections. Proficient in various nursing roles including circulator, pre-op, PACU nurse, and case management for a home health company. Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training, collaborating with professional sports teams like the NFL San Diego Chargers and MLB SD Padres. Currently serving as a Clinical Manager at Kootenai Hospital, overseeing all departments in the outpatient surgery center and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Proven track record in program development, implementation, and effective communication within clinical settings. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and diversity awareness throughout 25 years of experience in the field, focusing on evidence-based practice for improved patient care outcomes within the healthcare industry.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Manager RN

Kootenai Hospital Surgery Center
01.2025 - Current
  • Manager of all Surgical operations.
  • Leader of all staff and educator department.
  • Maintains standard of care of all policies and procedures.
  • JCO and CMS Certifications.
  • OSHA standards.

Director of Surgery

Aria Surgery Center
06.2021 - 11.2024
  • QUADA State Certification.
  • Opened Surgery Center.
  • Managed all aspects of Surgery.
  • Pre-op, PACU, OR.
  • Leader of all employees.
  • Managed all medications, codes, med gases, policies and procedures.
  • Ordered all equipment, and scheduling.

RN Case Manager

Mission Home Health
10.2017 - 11.2024
  • Oasis 485 Electronic Charting.
  • Multi-specialty Patient Assessments, Planning.
  • Chemotherapy pumps, IV Infusions, Wound vacs, PICC Line, Blood Draws.
  • Disease Process Education and Management.
  • Medication Management.

Director of Surgery

Renuance Surgery Center
01.2015 - 10.2017
  • AAAASF Compliance Education and Regulations.
  • Managed Pre-Op/PACU and OR.
  • Managed All Drug Compliance and ordering.
  • Crash cart and Emergency Training.
  • Infection Control.
  • OSHA Compliance.
  • Lead Conscious Sedation RN for Surgery.

Charge Nurse

Oaks Surgery Center
01.2008 - 01.2015
  • Circulator, Pre-OP, PACU.
  • Multi-specialty Surgery Center.
  • Ran the Board for 60 Surgeries a day.
  • Adult and Pediatric cases.
  • Scheduling, PM Repairs, Medications, Crash Cart.
  • Breaks, Special Equipment.
  • General, ENT, Pain, Cataracts, Retina, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Plastics.

Lead Surgical Nurse

Dr. David Wolf
01.1995 - 01.2008
  • First Assistant in surgery.
  • Plastic Surgery Center.
  • OR Manager.
  • Circulator, Pre-op, PACU.

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree -

Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC)
Lewiston, ID
05.2026

Associate of Arts Degree - Registered Nursing

South Western College
Chula Vista, CA
05.2003

Certified Surgical Technician -

South Western College
Chula Vista, CA
05.1998

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major in Athletic Training

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
05.1995

Skills

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • Certified Dermal Pigmentation Specialist for Burn Patients
  • Patient care
  • Supervisory experience
  • Patient health education
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Quality assurance process optimization
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Healthcare administration
  • Clinical documentation
  • Quality improvement

Timeline

Clinical Manager RN

Kootenai Hospital Surgery Center
01.2025 - Current

Director of Surgery

Aria Surgery Center
06.2021 - 11.2024

RN Case Manager

Mission Home Health
10.2017 - 11.2024

Director of Surgery

Renuance Surgery Center
01.2015 - 10.2017

Charge Nurse

Oaks Surgery Center
01.2008 - 01.2015

Lead Surgical Nurse

Dr. David Wolf
01.1995 - 01.2008

Associate of Arts Degree - Registered Nursing

South Western College

Certified Surgical Technician -

South Western College

Bachelor of Arts Degree - Major in Athletic Training

San Diego State University

Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree -

Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC)

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