Ivania Carlson
Chandler
Summary
Compassionate nurse with over 20 years of experience in the medical-surgical, telemetry, and step-down unit. Expertise in medication administration and supervising nursing staff to enhance patient care compliance. Committed to effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care, education, and support.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
RN
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
Tyler
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers with the healthcare team.
- Oversee patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, within a team environment.
- Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and to provide optimal care, support, and life-saving interventions.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure patient care compliance and safety standards.
RN
Kaiser Permanente
San Diego
07.2005 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention while in the hospital and home settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for compliance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control, fall risk assessments, and Braden scales.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
LVN Floor Nurse/LPN Charge Nurse
Parkway Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
La Mesa
09.1995 - 04.2008
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care strategies.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
- Participated in discharge planning activities for assigned patients.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA05-2005
Nursing Education
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA06-1993
Skills
- Coordinate admissions
- Patient discharge processes
- Electronic medical records
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Patient care compliance
- MDS coordinator (6 yrs)
- IV drips (PCU unit - Kaiser)
- Care of chronic ventilators
- BIPAP
- Monitor CIWWA pts
- Isolation (contact, droplet, airborne)
- Basic computer skills
- Knowledge of Cerner and Epic computer programs
- Wound care
- EKG/telemetry interpretation
- Can read, speak, and understand Spanish
- ACLS/BLS provider
- Safety standards adherence
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Patient assessments
- Disease prevention education
Certification
RN license #951911
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Jan 2023
Affiliations
Cornerstone Church of Poway, San Diego CA (2020-2022)
Timeline
RN
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
09.2022 - Current
RN
Kaiser Permanente
07.2005 - 09.2022
LVN Floor Nurse/LPN Charge Nurse
Parkway Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility
09.1995 - 04.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Grossmont College
Nursing Education
San Diego City College