Lacey Carlson
Port Republic,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable Family Nurse Practitioner with robust background in nephrology nursing, providing comprehensive care to patients with complex renal conditions. Highly collaborative team member focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes and adapting to evolving healthcare needs. Professional healthcare provider with deep expertise in nursing and strong commitment to patient care. Highly reliable team collaborator, adaptable to changing healthcare needs, and focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Known for compassionate care, critical thinking, and effective communication. 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. Offering extensive nursing expertise with ten years of advanced practice nursing and sixteen years of nursing care altogether. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Nephrology Nurse Practitioner
Regional Nephrology Associates
07.2015 - Current
- Coordinated and delivered direct care to nephrology patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care plans for individuals with kidney-related conditions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in rapidly changing situations, ensuring appropriate interventions to protect patient safety.
- Educated patients on diagnosis and condition management, offering advisement on preventive care and available treatment options.
- Maximized patient comfort during dialysis sessions by using superior clinical skills and compassionate bedside manner.
- Prescribed medications safely to manage symptoms and improve overall health of patients with chronic kidney disease.
- Prevented complications through diligent assessment of patients vascular access sites and prompt intervention when needed.
- Strengthened patient adherence to medical regimens by providing ongoing education, support, and encouragement throughout the treatment process.
- Served as a trusted resource for patients families, offering support and guidance on managing complex health issues related to nephrology conditions.
- Promoted a culture of continuous quality improvement by participating in regular team meetings to review key performance indicators and identify opportunities for growth.
- Contributed to advancing nephrology nursing practice and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions.
- Administered initial assessments and conducted thorough patient interviews to establish nature of issues and medical history.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, evaluations, and progress toward established goals in electronic medical records systems.
- Optimized clinic efficiency by coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, streamlining communication, and improving scheduling processes.
- Educated multidisciplinary staff on best practices in nephrology nursing care through ongoing professional development sessions.
- Managed challenging caseloads of patients with multiple comorbidities while prioritizing care needs and effectively allocating resources.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from inpatient to outpatient care by maintaining open lines of communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families.
- Served as a mentor for all staff within the nephrology unit.
Registered Nurse
Regional Nephrology Associates
08.2014 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse
Shore Medical Center
07.2008 - 05.2014
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05.2015
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Stockton University
Pomona, NJ05.2010
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
Atlantic Cape Community College
Mays Landing, NJ05.2008
Skills
- Evidence-based practice (EBP) mentor
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support provider (ACLS)
- Advanced nursing care planning
- Anemia management
- Hemodialysis management
- Electrolyte management
- Healthcare technology proficiency
- Kidney care expertise
- Chronic kidney disease education
- Peer on-boarding
- Preceptor for advanced practice nursing students
- Bone mineral disorder management
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Patient and family advocacy
- Electronic Health Records
- Clinical Documentation
- Physical Assessment
- Vitals monitoring
- Professionalism
- Health Education
- Preventive health
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- ICD 10
- Fluid balance monitoring
- Vascular Access management
Credentials & Certifications
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
- Certified Nephrology Nurse - Nurse Practitioner (CNN-NP)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (Alumnus CCRN)
Leadership Experience
- Current Member, Education Committee, Renal Physicians Association
- Past President, American Nephrology Nurses Association, Chapter #133 South Jersey
- Past Facilitator, Evidence-based Practice Mentorship Program, The Center for the Advancement of Evidence-based Practice, Tempe, AZ
- Past Facilitator, Evidence-based Practice Immersions, The Center for Transdisciplinary Evidence-based Practice, Columbus, OH
- Past National Challenge Reviewer, Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-based Practice (EBP) in Nursing and Healthcare Inaugural Summit, Columbus, OH
Professional References
Deb Cisneros MSN, RN-BC
Director of Clinical Education at Shore Medical Center
dcisneros@shoremedicalcenter.org
609-305-7812
Amelia Fasciano MSN, AGPCNP-C
AtlantiCare John Brooks Recovery
lulu8326@gmail.com
609-846-5717
Dr. Raymond S. Schreyer MD, FASN
Regional Nephrology Associates
rssmd78@gmail.com
609-432-3390
Kimberly Williams MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC
AtlantiCare Urology
kimberlylwilliams79@gmail.com
609-226-5488
Timeline
Nephrology Nurse Practitioner
Regional Nephrology Associates
07.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Regional Nephrology Associates
08.2014 - 07.2015
Registered Nurse
Shore Medical Center
07.2008 - 05.2014
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner
Arizona State University
Bachelors of Science - Nursing
Stockton University
Associates in Applied Science - Nursing
Atlantic Cape Community College
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