Joyelle Mccarthy
Registered Nurse
North Royalton,OH
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Pediatric Pre/PACU Nurse
SmileMD
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications, and prevention methods.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Angels Home Health Care
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed care and provided nursing care to patients residing in LTC Facilities or private residences
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
- Assessed and examined patients and documented history of current and previous conditions, diseases and injuries along with medications currently being taken.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Developed treatment plans according to current wound care protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
Infusion Registered Nurse
ID Consultants - Infusion Center
08.2012 - 08.2020
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, assessments, patient monitoring, discharge instructions, and follow-up care into EMR.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated patient, family or caretaker about post discharge care procedures to facilitate care continuum.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered scheduled IV medication and biologic therapies through a peripherally inserted central venous catheter or via Picc Line Centra line, Midline or Medi port.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Agency Resources
04.2008 - 12.2011
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Optimised outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital
06.2004 - 04.2008
- Updated EMR patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile Healthcare
05.2006 - 03.2007
- Traveled and easily adapted into contracted position. Contract was extended 3x with offer.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and family members to help cope with emotional challenges of illness.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
- Coached and mentored junior staff to uplift department capabilities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OHDiploma Of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Huron School of Nursing
Cleveland, OHSkills
- Patient Triage
- Critical Care Assessments
- Standards Administration
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Sedation Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Intervention Recommendations
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
ACLS, BLS and PALS Certified
Timeline
Senior Pediatric Pre/PACU Nurse
SmileMD
11.2021 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Angels Home Health Care
08.2020 - 08.2021
Infusion Registered Nurse
ID Consultants - Infusion Center
08.2012 - 08.2020
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Agency Resources
04.2008 - 12.2011
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
American Mobile Healthcare
05.2006 - 03.2007
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital
06.2004 - 04.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Diploma Of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Huron School of Nursing
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