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Eleanora Carter

Hillsboro,TX

Summary

Accomplished Charge Nurse with a proven track record at Oceans Behavioral Hospital, demonstrating exceptional clinical leadership and decision-making skills. Expert in care coordination and patient care, with a calm and composed demeanor in high-pressure situations. Enhanced emergency room efficiency and patient satisfaction through innovative team leadership and staff supervision.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Nurse

Oceans Behavioral Hospital
Waco, TX
09.2022 - Current

Provide daily assessments of all patients. Assess and provide appropriate treatment for patients in acute crisis. Guide and supervise all LVN and MHT.

Staff Nurse

Saint Catherine
Waco, TX
11.2021 - 09.2022
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Charge Nurse

Colonial Manor Nursing Home
Cleburne, TX
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Goodall Witcher Hospital
Covington, TX
07.2010 - 04.2021
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.

Stroke Nurse

Providence Health Care
Waco, TX
06.2008 - 05.2010
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

McLennan Community College
Waco, TX
05.1991

LVN - Nursing

Hill College
Hillsboro, TX
05.1986

Skills

  • Decision-Making
  • Care Coordination
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Team Leadership
  • Calm and Composed
  • Medication Administration
  • Staff Supervision
  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance

Timeline

Charge Nurse

Oceans Behavioral Hospital
09.2022 - Current

Staff Nurse

Saint Catherine
11.2021 - 09.2022

Charge Nurse

Colonial Manor Nursing Home
04.2021 - 11.2021

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Goodall Witcher Hospital
07.2010 - 04.2021

Stroke Nurse

Providence Health Care
06.2008 - 05.2010

Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing

McLennan Community College

LVN - Nursing

Hill College
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