KELSEY CARVALIS
UNC Blue Ridge Health System
Morganton
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Emergency Department Registered Nurse experienced in high-acuity patient assessment and trauma resuscitation support. Achieved recognition through collaboration with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Focused on providing compassionate care and reliable medical support in critical environments.
Work History
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department / Trauma Center
1 Year 2 Months- Delivered emergency nursing care to adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients in high-pressure environment.
- Assisted in trauma resuscitations, code responses, and patient stabilization during critical interventions.
- Coordinated care for multiple patients while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
- Communicate care plans and educate patients and families during acute care encounters.
Student Nurse Technician
2 Years- Provided patient care in cardiac step-down and emergency settings, ensuring safety and comfort during recovery.
- Responded to Code Blue situations by providing immediate assistance to medical staff., CPR, patient assessments, admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Monitored vital signs and reported patient condition changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted patients with hygiene, mobility, feeding, and toileting while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Collected specimens and performed routine bedside procedures following infection control and safety protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
5 Years- Monitored cardiac telemetry patients, escalating critical changes to ensure timely interventions.
- Assisted with bladder scans and catheter care, providing safety monitoring and responding to urgent patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting while preserving dignity.
- Transferred patients safely using lifts, wheelchairs, and proper body mechanics.
Certified Nursing Assistant - Home Health
5 Years- Delivered personalized care for older adults and patients with disabilities, collaborating with families and care teams to enhance overall well-being.
- Provided personal care, mobility support, and hygiene assistance for home health patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes to supervising nurses promptly.
- Assisted with medication reminders, meal preparation, and daily living activities.
Intensive Care Internship
- Engaged in ICU patient care, interdisciplinary rounds, and care planning.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
Skills
Emergency & Trauma Nursing
Emergency care
Code response
Rapid Patient Assessment
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Patient Education
IV administration
IV medication administration
Medication management
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Patient Advocacy
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN), Multistate License (North Carolina primary state) | BLS | ACLS | PALS | TNCC
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department / Trauma Center
UNC Blue Ridge Health System
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Student Nurse Technician
C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center
01.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
C.W. Bill Young VA Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2023Read More
Intensive Care Internship
Tampa General Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2016Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant - Home Health
01.2013 - 01.2018Read More
Arizona College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing (BSN)
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HONORS & RECOGNITION
2026 DAISY Award Recipient
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse - Emergency & Trauma Care
Daisy Award, 2026
Recognized for exceptional nursing care, clinical excellence, compassion, and dedication to improving patient outcomes. This prestigious award honors nurses who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to patients and their families.