Emma Carter
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Bowling Green,KY
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse with two years of Neuro Intensive Care Unit experience delivering care to critically ill patients in high-acuity settings. Expertise in patient assessment, emergency response, and advanced monitoring. Experienced in managing complex cases requiring mechanical ventilation and critical interventions, with a strong foundation in critical care nursing and a goal to transition into the Cardiac Catheterization Lab.
Work History
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
2 Years- Provided high-acuity nursing care to critically ill neurological and trauma patients in a fast-paced Neuro Intensive Care Unit environment.
- Performed comprehensive neurological and physical assessments, identifying subtle changes in patient condition and initiating timely interventions.
- Managed patients requiring mechanical ventilation, continuous monitoring, complex medication regimens, and advanced critical care interventions.
- Collaborated closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations using critical thinking, rapid assessment skills, and ACLS-based interventions.
Registered Nurse Extern
1 Year- Supported Registered Nurses in delivering essential care to acutely ill patients, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
- Assisted Registered Nurses in providing care to acutely ill patients in a hospital setting.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, promoted patient mobility, and contributed to implementation of individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Engaged in nursing procedures, medication administration, and patient education under RN supervision, reinforcing adherence to care protocols.
- Strengthened clinical skills in patient assessment, communication, documentation, and prioritization in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Coffee Shop Manager
3 Years 1 Month- Managed daily operations in fast-paced environment, ensuring high standards of customer service, operational efficiency, and safety compliance.
- Trained and supported team members, delegated responsibilities, and fostered effective teamwork and communication among staff.
- Cultivated leadership, problem-solving, time management, and multitasking skills while prioritizing and managing competing responsibilities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 3 Months- Delivered direct patient care and assisted with activities of daily living, ensuring comfort and safety while promoting patient independence.
- Facilitated patient transfers and ambulation, implemented fall prevention strategies, and supported individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Recorded and analyzed vital signs, monitored patient condition, and effectively communicated changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with registered nurses and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) - Nursing
- Rogers Scholars Scholarship Recipient
Skills
Neurocritical Care
Management of Critically Ill Patients
Neurological evaluations
Neurological Assessments
Patient Safety Protocols
Stroke care
Emergency response
ACLS management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification
Timeline
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
06.2024 - 06.2026Read More
Registered Nurse Extern
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2024Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Wayne County Hospital
03.2021 - 06.2023Read More
Coffee Shop Manager
Happy Hoppers Coffee And More
07.2020 - 08.2023Read More
Somerset Community College
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from Nursing
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