Gerannie Carino
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
, AK
09.2026 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted comprehensive skin assessments for new patients to identify potential issues.
- Assisted in assessing patient wound conditions and needs.
- Educated patients on wound care techniques and infection prevention.
- Provided support during dressing changes and wound treatment procedures.
- Utilized medical supplies and equipment for effective wound care management.
- Conducted wound assessments for patients and documented the information.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Minimized patient skin breakdown by devising and carrying out a skin care plan.
- Handled draining wounds effectively.
- Measured wound depth to support treatment methods and monitor healing.
- Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
- Communicated with professionals when starting or adjusting treatment.
Patient Care Technician
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, Alaska
10.2016 - 10.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical personnel.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Supported patients with mobility and rehabilitation exercises as directed.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality patient care standards.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address needs and concerns.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Easter Colleges
Baguio, Phillipines 03.2008 - 03.2012
Skills
- Licensed RN
- Direct patient care
- Critical care
- Medication administration
- IV drug therapy management
- Patient evaluation
- Patient monitoring
- Treatment Planning
- Nursing plan development
- Wound care
- Infection disease management
- Infection control measures
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Palliative and pain management
- Electronic health records management
- Reporting and documentation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Providence Alaska Medical Center
09.2026 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Providence Alaska Medical Center
10.2016 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Easter Colleges
03.2008 - 03.2012