Vickie Carlton
Benton,AR
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering 20+ years experience of proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Interventional Pain Clinic
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
02.2016 - Current
- Managed physician schedules
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various procedures.
- Obtained medication and procedure prior authorizations for insurance.
- Drafted appeal letters in response to procedure denials
- Managed high volume of patient calls per day.
- Instructed patients, families, and caregivers on pre op and post op instructions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction..
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
01.2012 - 02.2016
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, catheter insertion, airway management and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings, identifying changes in neurological status, and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Trained new hires.
Registered Nurse, Neurological
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
06.2009 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac
Dallas Heart Group
03.2008 - 06.2009
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment advice while managing rapidly changing conditions remotely.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab
White Rock Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Lake Point Medical Center
01.1999 - 01.2003
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Managed hemodynamically compromised patients.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
El Centro
Dallas TX05.1998
Skills
Detail Oriented
Strong organizational skills
Excellent time management skills
Multitasking
Self-Driven
Critical Thinker
Compassionate
Good communications
Focused
Team Player
BLS and ACLS certified
Current BLS and ACLS certifications
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Interventional Pain Clinic
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
02.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
01.2012 - 02.2016
Registered Nurse, Neurological
University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences, UAMS
06.2009 - 01.2012
Registered Nurse, Cardiac
Dallas Heart Group
03.2008 - 06.2009
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab
White Rock Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Lake Point Medical Center
01.1999 - 01.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
El Centro
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