Rachael Carter
NASHUA
Summary
Self-motivated medical surgical and telemetry nurse possessing excellent work ethic, compassion and commendable interpersonal skills while providing efficient bedside care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
Lawrence General Hospital
01.2019 - Current
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
REGISTERED NURSE
Care One At Wilmington
01.2018 - 11.2023
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Oversaw and managed clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols
- Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care
Travel Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Woodbriar Nursing Home
09.2015 - 08.2018
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University
Salem, MA01.2017
Skills
- Patient and family advocacy
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Intravenous therapy
- Tracheostomy care
- Multitasking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Organization skills
- Palliative care awareness
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Massachusetts, #RN2320040
- ACLS certified
- BLS certified
Accomplishments
- 2023 Daisy Foundation award recipient
- 2023 Salem State Hall of Fame Inductee
- Recipient of a Silver Key Award (awarded to nominated students with high achievements in athletics as well as academics)
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Massachusetts General Hospital
11.2021 - 07.2022
REGISTERED NURSE
Lawrence General Hospital
01.2019 - Current
REGISTERED NURSE
Care One At Wilmington
01.2018 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Woodbriar Nursing Home
09.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University
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