Beth Carroll
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at St. Joseph Hospital, specializing in maternal recovery and newborn care. Proven ability to educate families and provide emotional support, fostering trust and promoting breastfeeding success. Skilled in comprehensive patient evaluation and clear communication, ensuring optimal outcomes for both mothers and infants.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Postpartum
St. Joseph Hospital
06.2016 - Current
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills and empathy, fostering a trusting relationship between nurse and patient.
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
Fresenius Dialysis
02.2015 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic kidney disease, helping them navigate complex medical information while maintaining hope for improved health outcomes.
- Managed 24-36 patients per day, including assessing pre and post treatment, med administration and determining treatment goals.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ12-2012
Skills
- Comprehensive Patient Evaluation
- Maternal Recovery Support
- Lactation support
- Patient education
- Parent Education Programs
- Proficient in Computer Applications
- Organizational Skills
- Newborn Care Proficiency
- Clear Communication Skills
- Management of Preeclampsia
- Antepartum care
- Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage
Accomplishments
- Education - Relaunched the Childbirth Education Program. This includes creating the curriculum and providing training to instructors.
- Staff Development - Coordinate and teach existing staff members in Neonatal Resuscitation Program, including mentoring new instructors.
- Processes Improvement - Spearheaded the rejuvenation of the Unit Based Counsel, work with upper management to implement the improvements throughout the unit.
- Clinical Skills - Crossed trained to assist NICU with infants withdrawing, needing oxygen support and feeding challenges.
- Supervision - Trained as relief Charge Nurse responsible for making assignments, addressing staff needs and patient concerns.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Postpartum
St. Joseph Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, Dialysis
Fresenius Dialysis
02.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pima Community College
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