Timothy Carlson
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with career experience in direct patient care, organization and care coordination in a progressive care environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent healthcare service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Sutter Medical Center Sacramento
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluated, assessed, and managed post open heart surgery, LVAD, and vascular surgery patients.
- Implemented and ensured safe patient mobilization and ambulation practices.
- Performed early and ongoing assessment of cardiac rhythms through the use of EKG exams, and continuous telemetry monitoring.
- Responded efficiently and safely to adverse changes in patient condition by implementing early provider communication, and utilizing rapid response (RRT) resources.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently assessing, diagnosing, and formulating comprehensive care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, education, and empathetic care delivery.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications and monitoring for adverse effects.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, cultural sensitivity, and compassionate care approach.
- Ensured timely administration of treatments by proficiently starting IVs, inserting Foley catheters, changing dressings, performing wound care procedures among other essential nursing tasks.
- Demonstrated adaptability by floating to other units as needed, applying comprehensive nursing skills across various clinical settings.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Banner Boswell Medical Center
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Managed quality care for up to five patients at a time with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
- Performed detailed and thorough patient assessments.
- Performed charge nurse duties by coordinating care objectives for Nursing and ancillary staff.
- Displayed quality bedside manner by communicating with patients in clear, concise, and empathetic terms. Communicated details of patient prognosis and plan of care in simple, understandable language.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Planning
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.2018
Skills
- Post Cardiothoracic Surgical Care
- LVAD management
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care Assessment
- Safe medication administration
- Clear Patient Communication
- Complex Problem Solving
- Time management and organization
- Airway Management
- Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
References
Available upon Request
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Sutter Medical Center Sacramento
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, PCU
Banner Boswell Medical Center
03.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Geography And Planning
Northern Arizona University
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