Steve Carter
Brentwood,NY
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Long Island Community Hospital
Patchogue, NY
02.2022 - Current
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Met with administrator to discuss patient care status, issues, and information.
PACU Staff Nurse
Long Island Community Hospital
Patchogue, NY
03.2021 - Current
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Supported physicians completing patient examinations and procedures.
- Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement and document skilled nursing care.
- Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations within the PACU setting while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed pain management regimens for each individual patient upon admission into the unit.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician and monitored patient response to treatment.
Staff Nurse, SICU
Long Island Community Hospital
Patchogue, NY
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
RN Floor Nurse
Long Island Community Hospital
Patchogue, NY
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient records according to hospital policy.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in [Type] setting by coaching and supporting.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Completed required forms and chart documentation of vital signs, medications and other information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Denver, CO10-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NY06-2016
Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Plan of Action Implementation
- Team Leadership
- Performance Evaluations
- Care Plan Management
- Patient Assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Staff Supervision
- Staff Scheduling
- Critical Care
- Duty Delegation
- Staff Management
- Staff Training
- Recruitment
Certification
- register nurse
- CPR, PAL, ACL Certified
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Long Island Community Hospital
02.2022 - Current
PACU Staff Nurse
Long Island Community Hospital
03.2021 - Current
Staff Nurse, SICU
Long Island Community Hospital
06.2018 - 02.2021
RN Floor Nurse
Long Island Community Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
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