Carissa Hall
Pineville
Summary
Aspiring to obtain a graduate nursing degree from Frontier Nursing University to enhance clinical expertise and leadership capabilities in psychiatric and behavioral health nursing. Committed to strengthening evidence-based practice while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to diverse and underserved populations. Passionate about advancing the field of nursing through continuous learning and dedicated service to those in need.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Behavioral Health
Atrium Health Behavioral Health
Charlotte, NC
10.2022 - Current
- Provide direct patient care to individuals with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions in an inpatient setting.
- Manage patient assignments while ensuring safe staffing based on census and acuity.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, mental status examinations, and response to treatment.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Coordinate discharge planning with case management, social work, home health services, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, and primary care providers.
- Deliver emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and chronic illness.
- Serve as a resource and preceptor for staff, supporting unit workflow and patient safety initiatives.
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Medical-Surgical
Atrium Health Mercy
Charlotte, NC
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Administered medications via oral, intravenous, and intramuscular routes in accordance with safety protocols.
- Conducted ongoing patient assessments and monitored clinical responses to treatment.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications, self-care, and discharge instructions.
- Implemented infection prevention measures, including isolation precautions and proper handling of contaminated materials.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and continuity of care.
Health Care Technician | Inpatient
Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Main
Charlotte, NC
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted with patient comfort, safety, and mobility.
- Collected biological specimens and prepared samples for laboratory transport.
- Responded promptly to patient call lights and communicated changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and patient areas to reduce infection risk.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)
05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Charlotte, NC12-2020
Skills
- Patient-centered and trauma-informed care
- Medication administration (PO, IV, IM)
- Comprehensive patient assessment and documentation
- Discharge planning and care coordination
- Infection prevention and control
- HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality
- Therapeutic communication
- Staff support and precepting
- Computer literacy and electronic health records
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), North Carolina
- License Number: 330506
- Expiration Date: 04/27/2028
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Expiration Date: 2026-07-26
Timeline
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Behavioral Health
Atrium Health Behavioral Health
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse | Inpatient Medical-Surgical
Atrium Health Mercy
02.2021 - 10.2022
Health Care Technician | Inpatient
Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) Main
07.2018 - 01.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)