Mackie Carter
Irmo,SC
Summary
Current RN, working on BSN. Retired US ARMY Combat Medic/Health care specialist. Providing the best patient care both in high-stress situations as well as primary care settings. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response and bed side nursing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ED Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina Musc
Columbia, SC
02.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Travel Nurse (ED, MEDSURGE, PACU)
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
- Updated patient charts to reflect changes to care plans, interventions and observations.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Monitored patient fluid intake and output to detect emerging problems.
- Documented and communicated actions and irregularities to maintain continuity among nursing teams.
- Administered medications intravenously, by injection or orally.
- Learned and developed unique skills, specialties and practices based on site and patient needs.
- Developed and executed care plans for assigned patients.
- Directed and instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
- Assisted in planning individual treatment programs in consultation with Charge Nurse, Director of Nursing and other staff using established knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching.
Local Travel Nurse( MEDSURGE, POST SURGICAL REHAB)
Shiftkey
Columbia, South Carolina
07.2021 - Current
- Participated in continuing education programs and skills workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
Emergency Room Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia, SC
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
Floor Nurse
Wellmore of Lexington
Lexington, SC
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in Rehab setting by coaching and supporting.
- Interpreted and implemented individual care plans.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Medical Office Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
Irmo, SC
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Managed wound care, gave respiratory treatments and helped with non-invasive procedures.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Assisted physicians with conducting examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
Hospice Nurse
All Seasons Hospice
IRMO, SC
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in such tasks as pain management, wound care, and medication dosing.
- Planned hospice care for elderly and disabled patients.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers and physicians.
- Ensured that each patient and his or her family received superior level of compassionate nursing and palliative care.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care and telemetry monitoring.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
Floor Nurse
Wellmore
Lexington, SC
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Protected patients, families and staff from infection by cleaning and sanitizing rooms and equipment.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Delivered high-quality care by administering treatments using specialized equipment.
- Assessed patients by measuring and recording vital signs and collecting specimens for lab analysis.
- Assessed patients to identify lacerations, contusions and other physical symptoms in need of further attention.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Responded to patient alarms and requests to assess needs and obtain necessary care for medical and personal concerns.
68w- Combat Medic/ Health Care Specialist
Us Army
San Antonio, Tx
10.2008 - 10.2014
- Conducted tests, gave vaccines and administered medications for acute and long-term conditions.
- Gathered information about patient medical histories and current conditions.
- Performed lifesaving treatments in high-stress situations.
- Provided fast and accurate emergency response.
- Led training simulations to prepare teams for combat and emergency situations.
- Trained hundreds of peers and subordinates on logistics operations and PBUSE.
- Led military police teams in support of battlefield operations.
Field Supervisor
Envirokleen
West Columbia, SC
02.2007 - 05.2008
- Completed projects milestones on time by keeping team members on task and operating with efficiency.
- Developed successful resolutions for issues that arose during field operations.
- Monitored timelines, set up order of operations and managed field schedules.
- Resolved customer issues and built strong, productive relationships with project stakeholders.
Education
Combat Medic/Nurse
U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence
3630 Stanley Rd, San Antonio, TX 7823406.2009
Associate of Science - ADN
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC12.2021
LPN - LPN
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC10.2017
Bachelor of Science - BSN
South University
Savannah, GASkills
- Critical thinking proficiency
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team leader
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Patient-oriented
- Organization and planning
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Team building
- Decision-making
- Working collaboratively
- Problem resolution
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Medication and IV administration
- Staff Development and Precepting
Affiliations
Envirokleen
Combat Medic Badge
2nd Place Best medic RC East/South 2012-2014
Arcoms
MSM
Certification
ENPC
TNCC
ACLS
BLS
Timeline
ED Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina Musc
02.2023 - Current
Travel Nurse (ED, MEDSURGE, PACU)
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
05.2022 - 08.2022
Floor Nurse
Wellmore of Lexington
12.2021 - 05.2022
Local Travel Nurse( MEDSURGE, POST SURGICAL REHAB)
Shiftkey
07.2021 - Current
Medical Office Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
06.2020 - 03.2021
Hospice Nurse
All Seasons Hospice
05.2019 - 03.2020
Floor Nurse
Wellmore
02.2019 - 05.2019
68w- Combat Medic/ Health Care Specialist
Us Army
10.2008 - 10.2014
Field Supervisor
Envirokleen
02.2007 - 05.2008
Combat Medic/Nurse
U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence
Associate of Science - ADN
Piedmont Technical College
LPN - LPN
Piedmont Technical College
Bachelor of Science - BSN
South University
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