Kim Carpenter

• Obtained patient case history and gathered transfer information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
• Increased efficiency in transfer call handling through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
• Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
• Managed high-stress situations calmly, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering necessary information for accurate decision making.

Independent contractor providing infusions for patients with chronic conditions in the comfort of their home.

• Administered variety of therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.

2A - Medical Intensive Care Unit - Providing comprehensive care for patients admitted to the ICU for Post Surgical, Post Cardiac Arrest, Post STEMI, Renal Failure, Respiratory Failure, Sepsis, Severe Electrolyte Imbalances, Partum Complications

• Providing respiratory care, ventilator management, tracheostomy care
• Administration and titration of Sedation, Anesthesia, Paralytics as ordered by physician
• Closely monitoring hemodynamically unstable patients, implementing appropriate care
• Performing RotoProne Therapy
• Care and Monitoring of Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
• PICC, Central Line, Arterial Line Care and Management
• Familiar with infusions of Inotropic, Vasoactive medications
• Administration of Products including Albumin, FFP, PRBCs, IVIG

Independent contractor providing infusions, medication administration, lab specimen collection, and education for patients during home visits.

• Instructed patients and caregivers in standard care, developed and revised individual plans of care and implemented physician orders.
• Collaborated with administrative and pharmacy staff to plan refill scheduling and deliveries of medications.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Case Manager for Patients admitted to Home Health for conditions such as CHF, Wounds, Sepsis, UTIs, Ostomy, Joint Replacement, Foley Catheter, PICC Line, Infusions.

• Manage care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, discharge support and education to patients and families
• Wound Vacs
• Knowledgeable in a Variety of Wound Care Practices
• Ostomy Experience, Patient and Caregiver education with end goal of independence in care
• Intravenous Infusions, Intramuscular Injections, and Subcutaneous Injections
• PICC Line Care/Access
• Implantable Port Care/Access
• Lab draws and collection

CVOU - Fast-paced Cardiovascular Unit responsible for pre and post procedural care of patients with acute and chronic Cardiac and Neurovascular conditions.

• Initiate peripheral venous sites and access/management of central sites. Collect blood, tissue, and urine specimens for lab testing
• Care and management of arterial and venous sheath sites post procedure
• Patient management and administration of sedation for TEEs and Cardioversions
• Collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate care
• Deliver medications via oral, intravenous, and intramuscular as prescribed; assessing, monitoring, and treating patient response
• Address disruptions in patient care including delays in discharge, postponed procedures, and discharge equipment availability
• Supervise professional and paraprofessional nursing staff, manage assignments and patient flow of unit
• Active participant in educational activities, nursing competency development, evidence based practice projects, and leadership programs

6A - Acute Care/Telemetry Unit involved in direct care of patients with diagnosis of sepsis, arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, congestive heart failure, renal disease, stroke, post bariatric surgery, and post orthopedic surgery

3 North - Cardiothoracic Step Down Unit caring for patients 24hrs post open heart surgery, post thoracotomy, as well as pulmonary dysfunction, and COPD exacerbations

• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

Stay at Home Parent during the critical years of children's development.

Independent Real Estate Agent representing both buyers and sellers throughout the real estate transaction process

• Advised and informed prospective clients on current market activities and conditions.
• Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
• Verified payment and loan paperwork for property sales by working closely with banks, buyers and sellers.