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On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation: McLoud, OKOklahoma City, OK
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Rebecca Carter
Registered Nurse
McLoud,OK
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Summary
Registered Nurse with over 20 years’ experience. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and compassion, significantly improving patient outcomes. Expert in patient education and advocacy, leveraging skills in case management to enhance care coordination. Achieved a notable increase in patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Shelter RN
Payne County Youth Services
07.2025 - Current
- Provided trauma-informed nursing support during crises, de-escalation, and emergency situations.
- Educated youth on hygiene, medication adherence, and healthy self-care practices.
- Maintained confidential health records and ensured compliance with care documentation standards.
- Trained staff on basic health protocols, infection control, and injury response procedures.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored responses for adverse reactions or changes.
- Assessed patient conditions and documented vital signs, symptoms, and care updates accurately.
Registered Nurse, Telephone Triage
Clay Platte Family Medicine
09.2025 - 09.2026
- Identify and escalate emergency or high-risk situations promptly to ensure rapid intervention
- Uses clinical judgement to guide decision making and ensure safe, timely recommendations
- Educated patients with evidence-based instructions for home care, medications, and follow-up needs to enhance self-management
- Escalated emergency or high-risk situations promptly to facilitate rapid intervention
- Documented assessments, clinical reasoning, and care advice in EMR, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Liaison between providers, staff, and patients via telephone and computer communication
- Manages prior authorization of medications prescribed for patients when required by their insurance carrier.
- Documented triage calls in electronic medical records with accurate clinical notes and follow-up instructions.
- Coordinated same-day appointments, provider callbacks, and care plan updates for complex patient needs.
- Managed high-stress situations calmly, providing reassurance to distressed callers while gathering necessary information for accurate decision making.
Staff Registered Nurse
OU Health
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and post-discharge instructions.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of all relevant information related to patient progress, treatments administered and other pertinent data.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Scheduled all breast surgeries, collaborating with multiple surgeons in order to align schedules.
- Created Breast Oncology Surgery RN position’s day to day responsibilities and job function.
Registered Nurse, Primary Care Clinic
Community Care VA Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Analyzed complex patient cases, making informed decisions to optimize care and improve patient outcomes
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on refining case management skills in alignment with industry best practices.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by the patient's primary physician. Maintained detailed documentation of patient encounters, supporting accurate billing practices and data-driven decision making.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided timely feedback to healthcare providers regarding patient concerns, facilitating prompt resolution of issues and contributing to a positive patient experience.
- Advocated for patients’ rights, facilitating access to necessary services and resources within the community.
- Employed telehealth platforms to conduct virtual consultations, providing timely support and education to patients in remote locations.
- Completed VVC (virtual visit) Educators Course, then educated other nurses and providers on VVC usage, increasing VVC across the Oklahoma City VA system.
- Mentored new nursing professionals during orientation periods, fostering a dynamic collaborative team that supported the delivery of high-quality care.
- Assessed and prioritized requests for services to ensure timely response and appropriate care coordination. and coordinates care processes
- Develop care coordination plans and review medical documentation from community providers
- Directed nursing operations in a primary care clinic to ensure high standards of patient care. in primary care clinic
Lactation Consultant, Registered Nurse
Canadian Valley Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive lactation support and education to new mothers.
- Managed scheduling and coordinated appointments effectively, ensuring timely access to lactation support services for patients in need.
- Increased breastfeeding awareness through community outreach events, enhancing public understanding of maternal and infant benefits.
- Coordinated community support groups
- Conducted group classes on breastfeeding techniques and benefits, resulting in improved patient knowledge and support.
- Provided ongoing education on lactation topics to nursing staff, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- PCEP Breastfeeding educator and facilitator
Registered Nurse, Telephone Triage
VA Medical Center
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
Children First Oklahoma State Department of Health
01.2013 - 05.2018
- Educated patients on self-care strategies, such as medication management, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Coordinated resources such as medical equipment rentals or community support services for patients in need, streamlining access to essential assistance options.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing patient needs and organizing schedules accordingly.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Educated families on newborn care, fostering understanding of breastfeeding techniques and infant safe sleep practices
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Served as a resource to colleagues by sharing valuable insights and knowledge gained through professional development activities and continuing education courses.
- Interacted with child welfare personnel and social workers in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
- Developed therapeutic relationships, utilized concepts of reflection and motivational interviewing with women and their families in a home visiting environment.
Registered Nurse, L&D, NICU, Newborn Nursery
Canadian Valley Hospital
08.2004 - 12.2013
- Provided continuous labor support to patients, guiding through pain management options and promoting effective breathing techniques during contractions.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of maternal health status, identifying potential complications and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Performed neonatal resuscitation, responding promptly to critical situations to help stabilize at-risk newborns.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate patients.
- Contributed to staff development through mentorship of new nurses, conducting training sessions on specialized topics related to neonatal intensive care nursing.
- Lead nurse experience
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Redlands Community College
El Reno, OK05.2004
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Case management
- Patient advocacy
- Call triaging
- Chart review
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Telephone Triage
Clay Platte Family Medicine
09.2025 - 09.2026
Shelter RN
Payne County Youth Services
07.2025 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse
OU Health
06.2025 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse, Primary Care Clinic
Community Care VA Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2025
Lactation Consultant, Registered Nurse
Canadian Valley Hospital
05.2019 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Telephone Triage
VA Medical Center
03.2018 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse
Children First Oklahoma State Department of Health
01.2013 - 05.2018
Registered Nurse, L&D, NICU, Newborn Nursery
Canadian Valley Hospital
08.2004 - 12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Redlands Community College