Lynne Callas
Cabot,AR
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse bringing over twenty-five years treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis, and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Merrimack Health
07.2023 - Current
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Seasonal RN
Baptist Pediatric Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2023
- CHARGE NURSE
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Delivered important IV, IM, and PO medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly conditions
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care
RN / COVID-19 Crisis Response ED Nurse
McAllen Heart Hospital
02.2021 - 03.2021
- Established a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and families
- Promoted patient's independence by establishing patient care goals, teaching family members to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills, answering questions and concerns
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries
RN / COVID-19 ER/ICU/MS Pandemic Response Nurse
Starr County Memorial Hospital
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Established a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to COVID-19 patients and their families
- Immunized patients against COVID-19 to protect vulnerable populations from COVID-19
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations
- Participated in monitoring, maintaining and improving nursing sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome measures
- Performed nursing care following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures
- Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
RN / COVID-19 Pandemic Crisis Response Nurse
Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Swabbing patients for and labeling COVID-19 specimens in a high stress and high volume atmosphere
RN / COVID-19 Intubation Team
White Plains Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2020
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan
- Provided skilled, timely and level headed emergency response to critically ill patients
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Assessed patient health needs by reviewing and tracking EKG readings to address telemetry readings and quickly inform teammates on stability or acuity changes
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with COVID-19, heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
OU Children's Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Delivered important IV, IM, and PO medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly conditions
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Siloam Springs Regional Hospital
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims, and cardiac patients
- Delivered important oral, and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress, and medication side effects to accurately document updates
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Nurse
Arkansas Children's Northwest
11.2017 - 10.2019
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Delivered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
- Oversaw and managed 20 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism
- Managed 15 nurses and nursing activities in 25 bed ER by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
07.2016 - 11.2017
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims, and cardiac patients
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence
- Delivered important oral, IV, and intramuscular medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress, and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Children's Medical Center of Dallas
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Delivered important oral, IV, and intramuscular medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Updated patient charts using Epic with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
09.2015 - 12.2015
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence
- Delivered important medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress, and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Updated patient charts using Epic with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
10.2008 - 09.2015
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Delivered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
- Oversaw and managed 40 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism
- Managed 30 nurses and nursing activities in 37 led hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards
- Delivered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress, and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
01.2006 - 10.2008
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence
- Delivered important oral, IV, and intramuscular medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Monitored medication dosages to prevent critical and potentially fatal patient incidents
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Montgomery General Hospital
08.2005 - 12.2005
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Millville Emergency Center
05.2005 - 08.2005
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting
- Uphold patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Montgomery General Hospital
10.2004 - 05.2005
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds
- Uphold patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
02.2004 - 04.2005
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Beebe Medical Center
06.2004 - 09.2004
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Jefferson Regional Medical Center
10.2003 - 12.2003
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Regional Medical Center at Memphis
04.2003 - 10.2003
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims, and cardiac patients
- Collaborated with law enforcement on criminal cases by quickly reporting injuries and collecting needed evidence
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital Lauderdale
06.2002 - 04.2003
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies
RN / Travel Nurse
Christus Spohn Hospital-Shoreline
02.2002 - 05.2002
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
RN / Staff Registered Nurse
DeWitt City Hospital
08.2001 - 02.2002
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals
RN / Director of Nursing
Crestpark Retirement Inn
12.1998 - 08.2001
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping residents regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices
- Led teams in driving successful resident outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices
- Administered medications and treatment to residents and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Delivered outstanding care to residents with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
RN / Staff Registered Nurse
DeWitt City Hospital
06.1995 - 12.1998
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Phillips County Community College
Helena, AR05.1995
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Patient assessments
Regulatory compliance
Patient consultation
Patient and family advocacy
Strong clinical judgment
Intravenous therapy
EMR / EHR
Medication Administration
Timeline
Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department
Merrimack Health
07.2023 - Current
RN / COVID-19 Crisis Response ED Nurse
McAllen Heart Hospital
02.2021 - 03.2021
RN / COVID-19 ER/ICU/MS Pandemic Response Nurse
Starr County Memorial Hospital
07.2020 - 02.2021
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Seasonal RN
Baptist Pediatric Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2023
RN / COVID-19 Pandemic Crisis Response Nurse
Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency
05.2020 - 07.2020
RN / COVID-19 Intubation Team
White Plains Hospital
04.2020 - 05.2020
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
OU Children's Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2020
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Siloam Springs Regional Hospital
11.2019 - 02.2020
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Nurse
Arkansas Children's Northwest
11.2017 - 10.2019
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
07.2016 - 11.2017
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Children's Medical Center of Dallas
01.2016 - 07.2016
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Driscoll Children's Hospital
09.2015 - 12.2015
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
10.2008 - 09.2015
RN / Pediatric Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Arkansas Children's Hospital
01.2006 - 10.2008
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Montgomery General Hospital
08.2005 - 12.2005
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Millville Emergency Center
05.2005 - 08.2005
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Montgomery General Hospital
10.2004 - 05.2005
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Beebe Medical Center
06.2004 - 09.2004
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
North Fulton Regional Hospital
02.2004 - 04.2005
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Jefferson Regional Medical Center
10.2003 - 12.2003
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Regional Medical Center at Memphis
04.2003 - 10.2003
RN / Emergency Department Travel Nurse
Baptist Memorial Hospital Lauderdale
06.2002 - 04.2003
RN / Travel Nurse
Christus Spohn Hospital-Shoreline
02.2002 - 05.2002
RN / Staff Registered Nurse
DeWitt City Hospital
08.2001 - 02.2002
RN / Director of Nursing
Crestpark Retirement Inn
12.1998 - 08.2001
RN / Staff Registered Nurse
DeWitt City Hospital
06.1995 - 12.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Phillips County Community College