CHRISTINA CARLSON
La Puente,USA
Summary
A compassionate certified nurse practitioner, RN with extensive nursing experience in critical care and triage sectors including primary care and case management. Proficient in patient and family education regarding the management of acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed, passionate professional with superior problem-solving, communication, and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care across diverse populations. Wonderful team player with an exceptionally friendly nature who firmly believes in advocacy and educational empowerment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FNP
Dispatch Health
Monrovia, California
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Provided in-home and mobile urgent care to patients across diverse age groups, conducting comprehensive physical assessments and developing individualized treatment plans.
- Diagnosed and managed acute and chronic conditions, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests, and prescribed appropriate medications.
- Collaborated with physicians, medical assistants, and care coordinators to ensure continuity of care and timely follow-up.
- Delivered patient education on medications, treatment adherence, and preventive health practices.
REGISTERED NURSE, FLOAT/ICU-ED/PRIMARY CARE
Department of Veterans Affairs
Long Beach, CA
08.2016 - 12.2021
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, treatments, and education to patients and families.
- Monitored vital signs, intake and output levels, lab values and other assessments as needed.
- Served as a resource for staff regarding issues related to clinical practice guidelines and protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system according to hospital policies and standards of practice.
- Assessed patient's health status and developed individualized plans of care.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
REGISTERED NURSE, INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
Department of Veterans Affairs
Des Moines, IA
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Participated in quality improvement activities aimed at improving the overall standard of care provided to ICU patients.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered in electronic medical record system.
- Performed intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placements, and arterial line placements.
- Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams throughout hospital departments.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
- Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
- Monitored, maintained, and enhanced nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures, and identified outcome metrics.
- Led initiatives to improve patient safety and quality of care, staying updated with the latest ICU practices and technologies.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Sought out research and educational opportunities to maintain expertise in critical care nursing.
REGISTERED NURSE
Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center
Marshalltown, IA
01.2001 - 06.2013
- Gained experience as Monitor Technician before achieving certifications as CNA, LVN (in 2004) and ADN (in 2008), followed by attainment of BSN degree in 2013.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided counseling to patients on medication side effects and necessary lifestyle changes for better health outcomes.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Instructed and supported newly onboarded registered nurses in adopting best practices, adhering to hospital policies, and upholding care standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Education
Master of Science - FNP
Morningside University
Sioux City, IA08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA05.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Valley Community College - Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA06.2008
Skills
- Item Reviewer-NCSBN
- FNP, ANCC certified
- Disaster Emergency Medical Personnel-FEMA
- Analytical skills
- Mentor
- Charge RN
- EHR/EMR utilization
- Critical care management
- Care coordination
- Individualized treatment plans
Certification
- RN-Iowa, 120127, 07/16/08, 01/15/26
- RN-Ca, 95278883, 03/22/22, 02/28/26
- Nurse Practitioner-Ca, NP95029672, 04/03/24
- Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number-Ca, NPF95029672, 04/03/24
- Family Nurse Practitioner, FNP-BC-ANCC, 2022089638, 01/11/23
- AHA BLS (CPR/AED), 255414881836, 11/01/26
Timeline
FNP
Dispatch Health
04.2025 - 11.2025
REGISTERED NURSE, FLOAT/ICU-ED/PRIMARY CARE
Department of Veterans Affairs
08.2016 - 12.2021
REGISTERED NURSE, INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
Department of Veterans Affairs
06.2013 - 08.2016
REGISTERED NURSE
Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center
01.2001 - 06.2013
Master of Science - FNP
Morningside University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Upper Iowa University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Valley Community College - Marshalltown Community College