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Mabel Carson

Charlevoix,MI

Summary

Skilled nursing professional with more than 39 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff RN

MediLodge Of Cheboygan
02.2023 - Current
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with the healthcare team.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
  • Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.

Registered Nurse and Team Leader , Endoscopy

McLaren Northern Michigan
07.2017 - 01.2023
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Charlevoix Area Hospital
10.2004 - 07.2017
  • Enhanced patient safety by diligently following proper surgical protocols and procedures.

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  • Facilitated smooth transitions from preoperative area to OR and recovery units, ensuring continuity of care throughout the surgical process.
  • Contributed to increased patient satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate care and effective communication throughout the perioperative process.
  • Assisted surgeons during complex procedures by anticipating their needs and promptly providing necessary instruments or assistance as required.

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Northern Michigan Hospital
01.2004 - 09.2010
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill neonates.
  • Assisted with complex procedures such as intubation, umbilical line placement, and lumbar punctures to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Critical Care ICU Registered Nurse Lead

Northern Michigan Hospital
07.2000 - 01.2004
  • Streamlined communication among healthcare professionals to ensure accurate information exchange and timely decisionmaking.
  • Managed high-pressure situations effectively, utilizing critical thinking skills to make informed decisions in emergency scenarios.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Southwestern Michigan College
Dowagiac, MI
12.1987

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
01.1984

Skills

  • Critical Care Thinking
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Accomplishments

Two Guardian Angel Awards

Over 25 Daisy Award nominations.

  • Supervised team of 28 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of professionals in the development of Surfactant replacement.

Timeline

Staff RN

MediLodge Of Cheboygan
02.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse and Team Leader , Endoscopy

McLaren Northern Michigan
07.2017 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Charlevoix Area Hospital
10.2004 - 07.2017

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Northern Michigan Hospital
01.2004 - 09.2010

Critical Care ICU Registered Nurse Lead

Northern Michigan Hospital
07.2000 - 01.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Southwestern Michigan College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Valley State University
Mabel Carson