James Cartmell
Chino Hills
Summary
From medical scribe, emergency department technician, to emergency department RN, worked at a level II Trauma center for a total of 5 years. From this experience accumulated quick critical thinking skills, a discernible eye for acute patients, and the adaptability to work together as an effective cohesive unit. Works well in fast-paced ER environments to manage acute incidents and chronic patient concerns. Clear and decisive communicator with strong prioritization and planning skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tri-City Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aqueour Healthcare Staffing
01.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Management of Trauma, ICU, and pediatric patients. Working efficiently and part of a team in a fast-paced critical environment.
- Communicating patient needs, notifying providers of acute change in patient condition, and ensuring adequate level of care is provided.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.
Emergency Department RN 95211025
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
Education
Bachelor in Science of Nursing; BSN - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA10.2019
Skills
- Fluent in American Sign Language
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS
- Knowledgeable of EMR system EPIC, Cerner
References:
Doris Turner, Charge Nurse, Tri-City Medical Center, Oceanside, 1-205-454-8346
Cristina Washburn, IV Nurse, Scripps Hospital, Emergency Department, Chula Vista, 1-619-931-0886, Cristina.washburn@outlook.com
Alexandria Johnson, Charge Nurse at Level II Trauma Center, Palomar Healthcare Center, 505-414-5972, AlexandrianJ13@gmail.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tri-City Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
08.2022 - 08.2023
Travel Registered Nurse
Aqueour Healthcare Staffing
01.2022 - Current
Emergency Department RN 95211025
Long Beach Memorial Medical Center
04.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor in Science of Nursing; BSN - Nursing
West Coast University
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