Tonya House-Carter

ED /TRAUMA CERTIFIED Registered Nurse, Sexual Assault Forensic Nurse Examiner

servicing two counties in Northern NY - DV, SA Emergency Department RN, BLS,ACLS,PALS,NIHSS,TNCC

Antwerp, NY 13608

adxgdw@r.postjobfree.com

+1-315-***-****

Trauma certified Emergency Department RN, SAFNE with 9 years experience. BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS,TNCC certified. Recent work with DOH and PH for NYS in Covid 19 response including case investigation/ contact tracing. COVID vaccine prep/ Pharmacy and vaccination RN at NYS mass vaccination sites as well as NYS DOH covid-19 testing site. ED covid response. Crisis response nurse specializing in ED/ Trauma.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Sexual Assault Forensic Nurse Examiner servicing two counties in Northern NY DV, SA

August 2018 to Present

Responds to calls for DV, SA for adolescents and adults ages 12 and older. Performs independent forensic examination, assessment and clinical nursing examination. CRISIS RESPONSE RN

Freedom Healthcare Staffing - Plattsburgh, NY

February 2022 to March 2022

CVPH LEVEL III TRAUMA CENTER

Plattsburgh NY

CRISIS RESPONSE RN

6 WEEK CONTRACT 48HRS/ WK

Phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety. Compassionate and Sensitive while going a step further by being a critical thinker and fast to act with emergencies. Motivated and looking for career growth. Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients, and families. Provides

total patient care, including medication, orders, and treatments as indicated within scope of practice. Accurately assesses and triages patients in a thorough and efficient manner. Performs the techniques of CPR and other emergency actions accurately and effectively. Utilizes TNP ( Trauma Nursing Practice ) in a case by case manner. Closely monitors cardiac and physical status of patient. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient’s physical condition. Maintains clinical records and documentation in CERNER charting system. Utilizes sterile procedures and maintains sterile field. Utilizes proper precautions in caring for covid-19 patients. Utilizes Emergency Psychiatric Nurse practices in coordination with ED team members to care for patients in Emergency Psych within the department.

All other responsibilities as needed.

RN NYS DOH COVID TESTING SITE LEAD

ES Healthcare, Execu-Search - Lowville, NY

January 2022 to January 2022

Site lead at NYS DOH covid-19 testing site in coordination with Bioreference. Serving as site lead in charge of training new hires and day to day functions of running the test site. Trained in collection and execution of covid-19 specimens and documentation per DOH and Bioreference protocols. Responsible for registering pts at test site and assisting pts as they navigated through the facility at each station. Trained in DOH and Bioreference point of care RAPID ANTIGEN COVID-19 testing. Set up and maintained testing site independently. Responsible for maintaining lab specimens and keeping daily logs per protocol. Only licensed Healthcare Professional on site. RN ED Trauma Center

Fortus Group - Potsdam, NY

September 2021 to December 2021

CANTON POTSDAM HOSPITAL POTSDAM,NY

LEVEL III TRAUMA CENTER

Phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety. Compassionate and Sensitive while going a step further by being a critical thinker and fast to act with emergencies. Motivated and looking for career growth. Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients, and families. Provides

total patient care, including medication, orders, and treatments as indicated within scope of practice. Accurately assesses and triages patients in a thorough and efficient manner. Performs the techniques of CPR and other emergency actions accurately and effectively. Utilizes TNP ( Trauma Nursing Practice ) in a case by case manner. Closely monitors cardiac and physical status of patient. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient’s physical condition. Maintains clinical records and documentation in MEDHOST and MEDITECH charting system. Utilizes sterile procedures and maintains sterile field.

All other responsibilities as needed.

• Provided direct care of up to 4 to 8 patients per shift

• Triaged patients

• Carried out the care plan planning

• Directed and managed critical care patients

• Monitored and documented patient's vitals

• Administered cardiac drips and injections

• Provided education and discharge instructions

RN ED Trauma Center

Fortus Group - Utica, NY

May 2021 to August 2021

ST. ELIZABETH'S MEDICAL CENTER UTICA, NY

LEVEL II TRAUMA CENTER

Phenomenal efficiency and attention to detail with a strong knowledge of procedures and patient safety. Compassionate and Sensitive while going a step further by being a critical thinker and fast to act with emergencies. Motivated and looking for career growth. Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients, and families. Provides

total patient care, including medication, orders, and treatments as indicated within scope of practice. Accurately assesses and triages patients in a thorough and efficient manner. Performs the techniques of CPR and other emergency actions accurately and effectively. Utilizes TNP ( Trauma Nursing Practice ) in a case by case manner. Closely monitors cardiac and physical status of patient. Assists in emergency nursing procedures necessary for prompt control of changes in patient’s physical condition. Maintains clinical records and documentation in EPIC charting system. Utilizes sterile procedures and maintains sterile field.

All other responsibilities as needed.

Registered Nurse/ Triage RN

Fortus Group Travel - Hamilton, NY

February 2021 to May 2021

TRIAGE RN/ STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES HAMILTON COLLEGE, CLINTON, NEW YORK Essential Functions: • Perform direct nursing care for students in Health Services, to include but is not limited to obtaining clinical history of students’ concerns, measuring vital signs, collecting specimen for testing (throat cultures, urinalysis, influenza test, rapid covid testing, covid PCR testing), administering medication as directed (oral, injection, nebulizer), etc. • Triage students’ medical needs, evaluate medical condition in terms of urgency and acuity, further facilitate medical evaluation/consultation and administer basic first aid. • Communicate with local hospitals and community health providers for transfer of medical information, scheduling of medical appointments (consults, imaging studies, etc) • Support office coordinators and clerical staff. • Provide nursing services for out of office events such as commencement, orientation programs, immunization clinics, student education programs, etc. • Assist with COVID-19 management through the assessment and testing of symptomatic and asymptomatic students, both in person and remotely

• Assisted nursing team in a variety of services

COVID-19 VACCINE ADMINISTRATION

Atlas Search - Syracuse, NY

January 2021 to March 2021

NYS VACCINATION POD AT NYS FAIRGROUNDS SYRACUSE NY AND SUNY POTSDAM NY

• Review Screening questions with recipients to ensure no changes have occurred since registration

• Direct patients who meet criteria to medical evaluation station for more detailed screening and assessment

• Draw vaccine in accordance to manufacturer guidance

• Administer vaccination using proper technique, PPE

• Dispose of syringe/needle appropriate with sharps protocols

• Advise recipient of critical adverse reaction information

• Directs Recipient to Recipient Education station

• Review CDMS record completed by Vaccine Support assistant before submission

• Change PPE and clean station as needed based on current infection control protocols between recipients

• AHA BLS is required

• Must be willing to work in environment where COVID+ and non-COVID community members arrive for their vaccine

Case Investigation, Contact Tracing

Supplemental Health Care - Canton, NY

December 2020 to December 2020

ST LAWRENCE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT CANTON NY

• Perform initial case investigation interview with a person that has tested positive for COVID-19.

• Ascertain infectious dates, provide information regarding isolation and exposure. Collect information regarding potential contacts of case.

• Act as primary point person to call people with a positive diagnostic test for COVID-19, provide support and information about the disease and gather information including contacts.

• Triage and coordinate next steps for communication with and care for individuals the person has been in contact with including possible isolation or quarantine.

• Perform phone calls as needed, including to contacts who have been exposed to COVID-19, to places of business, health care providers, or other community-based locations where a COVID-19 positive patient has visited, and to refer patients and their families to different social services.

• Track daily and weekly progress for the team including cases contacted successfully, contacts tracked and monitored, and patients and contacts referred to social support systems.

• Perform quality assurance through listening in on calls or to recordings of calls and providing feedback to team as well as participating in quality improvement conversations with supervisors.

• Liaise with partners and stakeholders at the LHD, NYSDOH and local community.

• Maintain daily contact with supervisor.

Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department

Fortus Group Travel - Ithaca, NY

March 2020 to April 2020

Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Travel RN, Emergency Department

Fortus Group - Rome, NY

November 2019 to January 2020

Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Travel RN, Emergency Department

Cross Country Nurses - Cortland, NY

September 2019 to November 2019

Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Travel RN, Emergency Department /ICU float

Medical Solutions - Massena, NY

February 2019 to April 2019

Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. ICU - Intake upon admission of patient from other care areas such as OR/ Med/Surg / ED and direct admissions from MD offices. Assesses, plans and evaluates patient care needs. Carries out physician orders, administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, clean wounds, monitors equipment, vital signs and patients responses to treatment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems. Instructs and educates patients and families. Assesses and coordinates patients discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team. Provides age and culturally appropriate care. Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Travel RN, Emergency Department

Ready Link Staffing - Star Lake, NY

October 2018 to December 2018

Emergency Department Charge Nurse, Med/Surg/Acute/LTC RN Float Receive EMS calls/ transfers for inbound patients. Triage and give instructions as indicated. Register patients upon arrival by EMS, escort by law enforcement or as walk in. Alert providers and ancillary staff as needed to initiate care and services needed Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide,delegate,supervise LPNs and CNAs. Serves as a preceptor and mentor to nursing staff and documents care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient and family information to healthcare team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions. Completes required documentation of care and services delivered during shift including subjective findings,objective symptoms,interventions and responses to interventions. Completes required documentation of special circumstances including accident and incident reports in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Responsible for managing and importing orders, telephone orders,quality of care measures and other patient services. Gives and listens to verbal shift report making special note of significant changes in condition, admissions, transfers,discharges,initiation or use of physical or chemical restraints, variances,medication errors,loss of property or patient or family dissatisfaction. Informs the patient in advance about care and treatment and any changes to the plan of care. Applies strong commitment to quality control by ensuring cohesiveness through effective communication among care staff. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results.Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation results. Travel RN, Emergency Department

American Mobile Healthcare - Syracuse, NY

July 2018 to July 2018

Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Travel RN, Emergency Department

Medical Solutions - Albany, NY

May 2018 to May 2018

Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department

Carthage Area Hospital Emergency Department - Carthage, NY December 2016 to March 2017

1001 West Street,Carthage, New York 13619. Phone: 315-***-****. Registered Nurse Full Time 36 hours/week. Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services and military personnel to include assistance with Sexual Assault Nurse Examinations. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results.

Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department

Samaritan Medical Center Emergency Department - Watertown, NY May 2015 to December 2016

830 Washington Street,Watertown,New York 13601. Phone: 315-***-****. Michelle Michael-Korn/ Manager.

Registered Nurse Full Time 36 hours/week. Performs independent comprehensive triage,assessment and stabilization of patients in the Emergency Department throughout the lifespan. Determines priority of care based on chief complaint as well as physical, psychosocial and social needs. Works efficiently and effectively in fast paced,high stress situations while ensuring patient safety. Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities in a timely manner while maintaining confidence in critical situations. Evaluates progress and reevaluates patient response to treatment to obtain optimal wellness. Assists in the care of traumas,cardiac arrests,strokes,respiratory distress/arrests,overdose,mental health problems,detox,suicidal attempts/ideation,emergency surgical procedures and conscious sedations. Merges empathy and strong interpersonal skills facilitating care coordination through a multidisciplinary approach while serving as a liaison between care providers,local law enforcement,adult and child protective services and military personnel to include assistance with Sexual Assault Nurse Examinations. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results.

Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse

River Hospital Med/ Surg/ ED Observation Unit - Alexandria Bay, NY May 2014 to May 2015

4 Fuller Street, Alexandria Bay, New York 13607 Phone: 315-***-**** Susan Ellsworth/Supervisor, Sallie Russell/Manager.

Charge Nurse Full Time 36 hours/week. Provides leadership in the coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care. Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide,delegate,supervise LPNs and CNAs. Serves as a preceptor and mentor to nursing staff and documents care and teaching of patients and family. Effectively communicates pertinent patient and family information to healthcare team. Participates in finding solutions for variances from patient goals and ensures implementation of solutions. Completes required documentation of care and services delivered during shift including subjective findings,objective symptoms,interventions and responses to interventions. Completes required documentation of special circumstances including accident and incident reports in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Responsible for managing and importing orders, telephone orders,quality of care measures and other patient services. Gives and listens to verbal shift report making special note of significant changes in condition, admissions, transfers,discharges,initiation or use of physical or chemical restraints, variances,medication errors,loss of property or patient or family dissatisfaction. Informs the patient in advance about care and treatment and any changes to the plan of care. Applies strong commitment to quality control by ensuring cohesiveness through effective communication among care staff. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. Registered Nurse (RN)

Lewis County General Hospital Med / Surg - Lowville, NY May 2013 to September 2013

7785 North state Street, Lowville, New York 13367 Phone: 315-***-**** Casual/ Part time RN. Intake upon admission of patient from other care areas such as OR/ ICU / ED and direct admissions from MD offices. Assesses, plans and evaluates patient care needs. Carries out physician orders, administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, clean wounds, monitors equipment, vital signs and patients responses to treatment. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems. Instructs and educates patients and families. Assesses and coordinates patients discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team. Provides age and culturally appropriate care. Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results.

Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse

North Country Urgent Care - Watertown, NY

February 2013 to May 2013

40 hours/ week Provides clinical support to the Physician delivering patient care in an office setting. Prepares patient for examination as directed by provider. Triages patients upon arrival, performs intake assessment and obtains vital health history and physical specific to complaint. Administration of testing specific to complaint and as directed by provider. Assists with examinations and special procedures including minor surgical procedures as directed by the provider. Submits lab orders, follows up on outstanding lab reports and schedules referrals for additional tests and/or ancillary services. Accepts all medically-related phone calls from patients and triages or refers according to established protocol and providers directions. Proficient in clinical skills to include Phlebotomy, EKGs, administering injections, IVs and other required procedures. Performs testing associated with FFA and DOT physicals. Perform Point Of Care testing, to include collection of specimens and interpretation of results. Understand and interpret lab values and results. Consult with Providers regarding test findings and interpretation of results. STATE LICENSE: Registered Nurse License - New York Education

Associate

New York State Office of the Professions

2012 to Present

Associate of Science in Nursing

Suny Canton - New York, NY

2012

Certificate

SUNY Canton - New York, NY

2010

Nursing Licenses

RN

Skills

• ER

• Emergency Room

• Med Surg

• Medical Surgical

• RN

• Medication Administration

• Critical Care Experience

• Triage

• Nursing

• Computer networking

• Telecommunication

• Teaching

• Vital signs

• EMR systems

• Customer service

• Phone etiquette

• English

• Experience Administering Injections

• Hospital Experience

• ICU Experience

• Laboratory Experience

• Patient Care

• Intake Experience

• Anatomy knowledge

• Typing

• Infection Control Training

• Venipuncture

• Documentation review

• Discharge

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