Summary
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Work History
Education
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Awards
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ELIZABETH CARTER

Porter

Summary

Experienced with complex endoscopy procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and procedural efficiency. Utilizes critical thinking and precise coordination to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction. Knowledge of advanced endoscopic techniques and patient education for improved health outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Endoscopy

HCA Houston Kingwood
02.2021 - Current
  • Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
  • Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
  • Educated patients on post-procedure care, increasing adherence to discharge instructions and promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
  • Established strong rapport with patients undergoing invasive procedures, alleviating anxiety levels before commencing treatments.

Paramedic

Safety Managment Systems
03.2020 - 02.2021

*Evaluate persons who are showing signs or symptoms of Covid-19 and communicate with medical director on clearance of individuals based on assessment.

* Communicated between supervisors and contractors to make sure all of the client's needs are being met.

*Clean and sanitize high traffic areas to reduce risk of spreading Covid-19.

NREMT-Licensed Paramedic

Acadian Ambulance Service
11.2011 - 03.2020
  • Assess patient condition and provide advanced medical care in emergency settings
  • Obtained critical care certificate in accordance with Acadian Ambulance CCT program
  • Transfer of patients from outlying hospitals to higher level of care utilizing IV pumps, cardiac monitoring and ventilators in accordance with Acadian Ambulance protocols
  • Preceptor/Mentor for new employees
  • Communicate effectively with hospital staff in transfer of patient care
  • Clean, stock and operate emergency vehicles

NREMT-Basic

MedExpress Ambulance
03.2006 - 10.2011
  • Assess patient condition and provide basic medical care
  • Clean, stock and operate emergency vehicles

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lone Star College Kingwood
Kingwood, Texas
08.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services

Lone Star College North Harris
Houston, Texas
08.2019

Emergency Medical Services Profession - Paramedic Certificate

Lone Star College North Harris
Houston, Texas
05.2014

Emergency Medical Services Profession - Intermediate Certificate

Lone Star College North Harris
Houston, Texas
05.2010

Emergency Medical Services Profession - Basic Certificate

Lone Star College North Harris
Houston, Texas
05.2006

Skills

  • Endoscopy procedures
  • Specimen collection
  • Pre and post-op patient care
  • Biopsy and specimen collection
  • Accurate documentation
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Attention to detail
  • Advanced endoscopy procedures including ERCP and Bronchoscopy

Certification

  • REGISTERED NURSE (Compact), 1009929, 08/31/25
  • American Red Cross ALS/BLS 02/28/25
  • IADC RIG PASS, None
  • TWIC, 11/16/25

Awards

  • Safety Standout Award, Acadian Ambulance, 07/01/15
  • Community Service Award, Huffman Volunteer Fire Department, 08/01/13
  • Yellow Rose of Texas, Texas State Governor Rick Perry, Community service during Hurricane Ike, 01/01/09

Affiliations

  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Lone Star College System, 3.5
  • American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)

Volunteermissions

Faith Family Baptist Church, Lucile Plane State Jail Women's Prison Ministry, Church Plant in Moscow Russia, New Orleans Mardi Gras Mission Trip

Timeline

Registered Nurse Endoscopy

HCA Houston Kingwood
02.2021 - Current

Paramedic

Safety Managment Systems
03.2020 - 02.2021

NREMT-Licensed Paramedic

Acadian Ambulance Service
11.2011 - 03.2020

NREMT-Basic

MedExpress Ambulance
03.2006 - 10.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services

Lone Star College North Harris

Emergency Medical Services Profession - Paramedic Certificate

Lone Star College North Harris

Emergency Medical Services Profession - Intermediate Certificate

Lone Star College North Harris

Emergency Medical Services Profession - Basic Certificate

Lone Star College North Harris

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lone Star College Kingwood
ELIZABETH CARTER