Dawn Carpenter

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Educated patients on post-operative care and health maintenance strategies.
• Conducted patient assessments to identify critical changes in condition.
• Assisted in onboarding new nursing staff through mentorship and training sessions.
• Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
• Streamlined documentation processes using electronic health record systems for efficiency.
• Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
• Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
• Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.

Charge nurse of Detox and Rehabilitation units for substance abuse with dual diagnoses.

RN supervisor for Level 4 Psychiatric hospital: residential and acute units. Age range 7-18 years, as well as geriatric unit.