Air Force Pediatric Nurse
Resume:
CARRIE A. WALSH
Burbank, CA ***05
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Professional Summary:
March 2022-Current: Participation in team huddles and care coordination activities. Conducting field-based wellness checks and health triage related to COVID and other health needs of clients. Provision of COVID and other health education including the importance of medication and medical appointment adherence, basic hygiene principles, and healthy nutrition. Provision of COVID- related and other health care services per established protocols, including acute symptom management and first aid per LVN scope of practice. Supporting CBOs with weekly surveillance, diagnostic, and admission COVID testing. Directly conducting COVID testing. Supporting the team in the notification of COVID positive tests and guiding CBOs on quarantine and isolation protocols to avoid infecting others while appropriate next steps can be determined. Administering seasonal flu vaccines, within the scope of practice.
October 2021 – March 2022
Currently working with the BUSD Assisting with the current COVID-19 outbreak. I assist with a Confirmed contact of COVID-19, contact tracing, assisted testing for COVID, and provide contact information per CDC guidelines. I also assist with care for children in the classroom, with developmental disabilities, and those who require RN 1:1 care.
March 2020- Sept. 2021: Currently working with different movie studios/production and many different set locations. Performing COVID-19 screening, swabbing, running Rapid tests, & teaching new RNs. I have been COVID-19 testing using NAAT, PCR, and multiple types of Rapid machines, via nasal, oral, and oropharyngeal. I have enjoyed this experience working with multiple movie studios, cast crew, and actors.
Compassionate & Hardworking Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in offering comprehensive patient care in Pediatrics & Med. Surg. in a hospital environment and different clinical settings. I have interviewed clients in their homes, in their work environment, & over the phone. I’ve worked closely with Acute Communicable Disease Program, Sexually Transmitted Disease Program, Tuberculosis Program, Shelters, CDC, Department of Public Health, and many other essential departments. In a diverse population, I work well with and foster a trusting relationship to improve patient outcomes. Offers coordination with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Well-qualified RN, BSN, and PHN with full California credentials and extensive experience in a multitude of settings. Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care concerning individual patient needs. Open and transparent communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise. I am committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis, and medical knowledge. Superior care is delivered in high-pressure environments. I prioritize clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Nursing professional with clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Since June 2020, I have been working at different studio locations testing for COVID-19. Teach the new graduates how to swab the clients, label the tubing, the importance of introducing themselves, and explain the procedure before they are swabbed so they know what to expect. We have been using 3 different testing methods, swabbing the nostrils for 5-10 seconds for a Rapid test, swabbing the nares for 5-10 seconds on each nare only inserting the Q-tip into the nares, and the NAAT test which is 10 seconds per nares and the nurse must insert it until they meet resistance. I have also been teaching how to run an efficient Influenza clinic. Explaining the importance of asking the clients if they have allergies if they have ever had a flu vaccine, the importance of temperature control, and instructing and return demonstration of proper techniques for drawing up the vaccine and injecting it in the proper site. Also, to always provide the clients with documentation of the exact vaccine, brand name, site it was administered, lot #, expiration, and Vaccine Information Statement, and to always ask before the client receives the vaccine if they have any questions or concerns before it is administered.
Skills:
Worked closely with the Acute Communicable Disease Program, Sexually Transmitted Disease Program, Tuberculosis Program, Shelters, CDC, Department of Public Health, and many other essential departments. Dynamic RN, BSN, PHN, Med. Surg., & Pediatric Nurse of over 20 years. I’ve been treating patients, clients, Co-workers, infants, children, OB & GYN, & Med, Surg./Geriatrics since 2001. Coordinating care with other healthcare staff and many other entities. Patient and family advocacy. Preventative health measures. Patient counseling through various teaching techniques. Such as explaining, discussions, open-ended questions, return demonstration, language line if there is a language barrier, and multiple discussions till the client or the caregiver have a good understanding of the instructions. Tested clients for pertussis, Influenza, and fever of unknown origin, drew blood for QFTs and counted patients’ TB medications who were on DOT but received their medications from their primary doctor. Spoke with many PMDs regarding recommended medications to use for the treatment of TB, ACDs, and STDs from LAC`s Area Medical Director, the Red Book, CDC’s recommendation/guidelines for diseases and infection, and DPH B-73 Manuel. Yearly classes are taken CAL-OSHA, FEMA, HIPPA, Sexual Harassment, First Aid & safety, Nasal swabs, lab collection, influenza & storage. Patient management. Prevented illness by educating the public. Worked with multiple EMRs, such as; CAIRs, Case watch, VCMR, TRIMS, and CMaP.
Work History:
RN, BSN, PHN
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health – Glendale, CA
04/01/2007 to 02/2020
Collected, organized, and disseminated quality data from multiple sources, including health plans, hospitals, providers, and government entities to appropriate individuals.
Met with public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination, and obesity. Attended research meetings, take notes, and provide accurate updates on projects. We visit homes, assess a patient who is suspected of having an infectious disease, encourage treatment, explain the transmission, and symptoms, offer free examinations by an MD in the DPH clinic, offer free treatment if they do not have insurance, and explain to the person identified regarding transmission and how to prevent further spread of the disease or infection and offer to explain to the family if the pt. is comfortable using their name or we tell the family that they may have been exposed to someone with an infection or disease, and we also assess the family’s needs. It prevented illness by educating the public on healthy practices to stop diseases. Assess and respond to individual and community health education needs. Conduct needs assessments to determine which materials and services are for every individual. It provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes. I have worked with individuals to determine specific needs based on general tests and refer them to other community resources.
Provided extensive materials and answered questions from the public during many types of disease outbreaks while advising on protective measures. Provided extensive materials and answered questions from the public during H1N1 public health crises, while advising on protective measures. I have coordinated workgroups and outreach activities during many different outbreaks. I reviewed patient records for unexpected issues, cluster infections, and outbreaks so that I could quickly intervene.
I meet with physicians, social workers, therapists, child specialists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop individualized care plans. Then it is documented in all patient charts, interactions, and interventions in electronic charting systems. Visited homes to determine patient and family needs. As a PHN I provided and discussed ways to improve the well-being of people in the community by promoting health, explaining how to prevent disabilities, and diseases, caring for babies, children, people with special needs, the elderly, and caregiver’s in ways to improve the quality of life in communities. PHN responds to many emergencies/, Such as working at shelters when there are large fires, mudslides, earthquakes, and floods. When people cannot return to their homes. Also, when there is a large exposure to people that may put them in grave danger PHN responds with other ER services. Together we arrange a large POD to provide vaccines, provide prophylactic treatment, education, as well as, instructions on signs and symptoms to seek emergency treatment.
RN, BSN, -LAC/USC Medical Center Pediatrics (6K/6L) – Los Angeles, CA
05/01/2001 to 03/29/2007
Delivered outstanding care to clients with various diagnoses and managed care from beginning treatment until completion. Monitored patient condition, delivered therapeutic communication, intervened in conflict resolution, by redirecting negative behaviors, and helped members regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
Equipped patients with the tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery. Discussed and informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes. Many of my cases were taught how to improve their lifestyles by dramatically reducing the chance of symptom reoccurrence.
We have provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management. Oversaw and managed 10-20 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.
I have managed the care of patients undergoing various treatments, including everything from Chemotherapy and Post-Op procedures. My quality managed care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease, and coronary artery disease.
There have been many emergent interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management. Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care, including power or system outages, patient or family grievances, security issues, and employee issues. Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response and patient care quality, and suggest actionable improvements promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
As nurses, we provide didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes. There are many occurrences partnered with physicians, social workers, child therapists, nutritionists, and discharge nurses to develop individualized care plans, and document all patient interactions, and interventions in electronic charting systems. I have accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications, IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Through many long shifts, I have advised patients and caregivers on proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management. As nurses, we are knowledgeable about changing clients’ tracheostomies, gastrostomy bags, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems. Evaluations, and specific Surveillance. Professional bedside manner high level of autonomy health screening to Med. Surg./Tele., & Women’s clinics.
Education:
Bachelor of Science: Nursing Pacific Union College - Angwin, CA
Graduated with a 3.7 GPA
Recipient of a $20,000 Scholarship from Health Professions through LAC
Awarded Air Force Health Professions Recruiting Salutes
06/18/2006
Los Angeles Trade Technical College - Los Angeles, CA
Dean’s list for two years
Associate of Science: Registered Nursing Degree
Recipient of a $1,000 Kaiser Scholarship
12/2000
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