Taren Carrier
Buda,TX
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, California
11.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care through assessments and monitoring vital signs.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Responded promptly to patient calls and addressed concerns effectively.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Registered Nurse
Ascension
Austin, Texas
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs during labor.
- Supported patients with pain management and comfort techniques.
- Assisted in delivering newborns and performing immediate post-birth care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during labor experience.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Barton Valley Rehab and Healthcare
Austin, Texas
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care standards.
- Coordinated training programs for new nursing staff members.
- Monitored patient health records for compliance with regulations.
- Implemented infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance workflow.
- Reviewed and updated nursing policies to reflect best practices.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX08-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX08-2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX08-2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Infection control
- Relationship building
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and support
- Emotional awareness
- IV drug therapy management
- Geriatric nursing
- Newborn care
- Newborn education
- Infant vitals monitoring
- Postpartum care
- Time management
Certification
NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
11.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ascension
09.2024 - 09.2025
Assistant Director of Nursing
Barton Valley Rehab and Healthcare
03.2022 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Austin Community College