Keea Carroll
Advocate Health
Charlotte
13
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in direct patient care, medication administration, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Looking forward to incorporating new AI technology to aid in the care of patients.
Work History
Registered Nurse
2 Years 6 Months- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and administration of medications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication usage, and recovery processes.
- Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions.
- Patient Monitoring: Track vital signs, hemodynamics, and electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) rhythms to detect early signs of clinical deterioration.
- Emergency response: Initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), operate defibrillators, and run code carts during cardiac arrests.
Outreach Specialist
4 Years- Call patients to share health info and guidelines.
- Help patients schedule primary or specialty care visits.
- Identify barriers that prevent individuals from receiving care.
- Track and log all patient or provider interactions in databases
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding patient files under HIPAA standards.
- Supervise staff and aide in resolving difficult tasks and/or incomplete correspondence between Physicians and patients.
Healthcare Technician
4 Years 11 Months- Monitored patient vital signs and reported abnormalities to healthcare staff.
- Assisted with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during procedures.
- Maintained and sterilized medical equipment in accordance with infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
- Prepare patients for exams, procedures, and lab tests.
- Collect lab samples such as blood, urine, or tissue.
- Operate equipment like EKG machines or basic diagnostic tools.
- Record medical history and update patient charts.
Certified Medication Technician
1 Year 3 Months- Administered medication and monitored resident responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to maintain accurate medication records and compliance standards.
- Trained new team members on medication administration protocols and best practices.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to manage medication supplies effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Social Sciences
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments.
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Experience with Artisight and Epic software
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Winner
Affiliations
- Vice President of Homeowners Association
- Ambassador for Habitat for Humanity
- Co-Captain of Community Garden
- Member of NCNA
Interests
Poetry
Advocacy
reading
and painting.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Advocate Health
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Outreach Specialist
Advocate Health
02.2020 - 02.2024Read More
Healthcare Technician
Advocate Health
03.2015 - 02.2020Read More
Certified Medication Technician
Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2013 - 12.2014Read More
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Essex County College
Associate of Science from Social Sciences
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