Leah Carrero
Mountain View,HI
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in primary care environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bay Clinic
Na'alehu; Hilo, And Pahoa, Hawaii
10.2019 - Current
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Collected urine, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Performed point-of-care testing such as A1C, urinalysis, Hemoglobin, pregnancy tests, and blood INR tests in order to support evaluation and treatments for patients
- Provided patient intramuscular and subcutaneous injections as ordered by physicians
- Provided triage assessment in clinic as well as over phone for patients
- Assisted patients with prior authorization process in order to qualify for services through their insurance companies, like medications and imaging
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center
Hilo, HI
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Performed compassionate care for 10-12 residents each day as float aide.
- Exposed to wide range of geriatric patients with varying needs (total care, advanced Alzheimer's Disease, Contact precautions, Fall Precautions, and advanced Parkinson's Disease)
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, transfers out of bed, mealtimes, showers, and appointments
- Contributed to coordination of care with RN's
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Community College
Hilo, HI05.2019
Skills
- Nursing Consultation
- Patient Examination
- Clear Patient Communication
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Accurate Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bay Clinic
10.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center
06.2017 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Community College
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