DOROTHY ANNETTE CARBER
Talladega,AL
Summary
Dedicated to promoting and delivering exceptional patient care with a focus on compassion and dignity. Committed to inspiring colleagues in the healthcare profession by consistently pursuing excellence and best practices. Passionate about continuous growth through ongoing education and hands-on experience, fostering an environment of learning and improvement. Aims to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while encouraging others to reach their full potential. Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with proven track record of providing compassionate patient care and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrated ability to manage patient care plans and ensure adherence to clinical protocols. Exhibits strong communication and critical thinking skills to enhance patient outcomes. Healthcare professional with extensive experience in providing high-quality patient care and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. Committed to fostering collaborative environment and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable team player with strong adaptability and excellent communication skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse ICU/CVICU/SICU
AdventHealth Redmond
10.2012 - Current
- I have served as the charge nurse in both units for most of my career at Redmond. Daily duties include patient assignments, assisting in patient care at the bedside, quality control including chart auditing and maintaining foley and central line quality information. Another part of my duties was to respond to codes, rapid response calls, and BERT alert calls. I also work as a bedside nurse whenever possible to maintain my critical care skills.
- Administered patient care, ensuring comfort and safety throughout treatment processes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Monitored vital signs, detecting changes in patient conditions and responding promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care strategies.
Staff Nurse CCU/CVICU
Baptist Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2012
- I worked at the bedside as a critical care nurse caring for patients who had cardiac cath procedures, immediate open-heart recovery, general ICU patients.
Staff Nurse CCU
Emory Midtown
01.2008 - 08.2011
- I worked at the bedside as a critical care nurse in CCU (41 ICU). We cared for patients post heart cath, STEMIs, CHF patients and general medical ICU patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment protocols.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff, enhancing team competency and service delivery standards.
Travel/Agency/Per Diem Registered Nurse
American Mobile
04.2005 - 08.2011
- I worked at the bedside as a contracted critical care nurse at several facilities including: Piedmont Atlanta (CVICU) Emory main campus (2DICU neuro unit) Northside Atlanta (general medical ICU) St Joseph (CVICU and CCU) and Emory Midtown (CCU) before I accepted a staff position at Emory Midtown. My patient population included general medical patients, immediate post op CABG patients, heart transplants immediate post op, and neurosurgery patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Assessed patient conditions, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare providers.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, La05.2002
Bachelor's - Hospitality Management and Tourism
Natchitoches, LA05.1998
Skills
- EKOS / Thrombolysis Management
- CRRT Management
- Impella Management
- IABP Management
- Swan Ganz Catheters / EV 1000
- Ventriculostomy Management
- Management of Neurosurgery Patients
- Targeted Temperature Management
- Chemically Paralyzed Patient Management
- Ventilator Management
- Immediate Post Op Recovery CABG
- Open Chest Post CABG
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- CCRN
- NIH
- Completed Critical Care Course/Residency 2003
ACTIVITIES (CURRENT)
Organize charge nurse meetings for both units (ICU East and West) Serve on unit practice council Serve on the open-heart committee
Timeline
Staff Nurse ICU/CVICU/SICU
AdventHealth Redmond
10.2012 - Current
Staff Nurse CCU/CVICU
Baptist Hospital
08.2011 - 10.2012
Staff Nurse CCU
Emory Midtown
01.2008 - 08.2011
Travel/Agency/Per Diem Registered Nurse
American Mobile
04.2005 - 08.2011
Associate Degree - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria