Patricia Carter
Registered Nurse
Lancaster,California
Summary
Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse with exceptional background of performance. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex mental disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 30+ years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Behavioral Health /Medical/Surgical specialty.
Driven, hardworking and veteran Type Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 30+-year record of success in nursing and desiring RN Behavioral health position with outpatient or work from homr facility.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Experienced Job Title with over Number years of experience in Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse/LPS Cert
Antelope Valley Hospital
Lancaster, California
11.2017 - Current
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Cared for patients in Number-bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Type workshops.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Participated in Type policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse./Hospice Case Manager
ProCare Hospice
Lancaster, CA
11.2015 - 11.2016
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Antelope Valley Hospital
Lancaster, California
08.2006 - 01.2016
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Collaborated with Number-person health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for Number patients simultaneously.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Utilized Software and Software to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Implemented hands-on Type and Type therapeutic interventions to achieve prompt recovery and discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse/ Hemodialysis Acute and Chronic
Antelope Valley Hemodialysis
Lancaster, California
07.1997 - 11.2002
- Analyzed emergency situations and took prompt action to save lives.
- Oversaw administration of peritoneal dialysis in addition to Type, Type and Type medications.
- Utilized Type automated healthcare database to perform duties, maintain records and prepare reports.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Administered medications to Number patients and monitored response to medications.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and Type workshops.
- Participated in dialysis policy committee to discuss policies, propose revisions and implement changes.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Henry Mayo Hospital
Valencia, CA
09.2003 - 08.2006
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Assisted in Type and Type emergency nursing procedures to promptly control changes in physical condition.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Assisted Number physicians with procedures such as thoracentesis, intubation and Type.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Utilized Software and Software to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Education
AA - Liberal Arts And Sciences
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CAAA Degree In Nursing - Registered Nursing
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA01.1975
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Self-Motivated
- Excellent work ethic
- Microsoft Office
- Active Listening
- Decision Making
- Responsible
- Collaboration
- Customer Service
Certification
- Certified RN, LPS, Los Angeles County of Mental Health Aug 2022
- BLS, University of Antelope Valley - 2023
- Licensed RN - California Feb 2023
Timeline
Behavioral Health Charge Registered Nurse/LPS Cert
Antelope Valley Hospital
11.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse./Hospice Case Manager
ProCare Hospice
11.2015 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Antelope Valley Hospital
08.2006 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Henry Mayo Hospital
09.2003 - 08.2006
Registered Nurse/ Hemodialysis Acute and Chronic
Antelope Valley Hemodialysis
07.1997 - 11.2002
AA - Liberal Arts And Sciences
San Bernardino Valley College
AA Degree In Nursing - Registered Nursing
Los Angeles City College
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