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Portrait of Carrie Canchola

Honor Society® member

Carrie Canchola

RN, Physician Liaison - Nursing Informatics at Citizens Medical Center

  • University of Texas at Arlington
  • Masters of Science in Nursing
  • Class of 2017
  • Port Lavaca, Texas

Member since January 2017

About

I started my first nursing program in August 2001, after serving 4 years in the United States Marine Corp. I obtained my certificate as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in 2002. I began working and gaining experience immediately, mostly on the Medical-Surgical units of the hospital. Finally, in 2012, I entered into a transition program to obtain my Associates Degree in Nursing, all the while working full-time. I graduated in 2013 and quickly transitioned into a role of charge nurse. In 2015, I left bedside nursing and joined our Nursing Informatics team as a Physician Liaison, a position I hold at present. My duties include supporting the providers with navigation, order entry, and documentation of the electronic health record.

Education

  • The University of Texas at Arlington

    RN to MSN

    2016 – 2017

  • The Victoria College

    Associate Degree of Nursing

    2012 – 2013

Honors and awards

  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

    Inducted in 2012

  • Dean's List

    2012-2013

Goals and interests

Career goal

Nursing Education: I would like to continue in the field of nursing and take the benefit of my knowledge and over 15 years of job experience to teach others.

Graduate school interests

I would like to obtain a Master's Degree in Nursing Education, with hopes to move forward with a Doctorate at a later date.

Outside the classroom

As a mother of two, my hobbies consist of their hobbies. My nine-year old daughter is active in gymnastics and cheerleading and my ten-month old daughter is active in toddling. In my time of solitude, I enjoy reading, painting and refurbishing small furniture pieces.

Experience

  • RN, Physician Liaison - Nursing Informatics

    Citizens Medical Center

    Jan 2015 – Jan 2017

  • Registered Nurse

    Citizens Medical Center

    May 2013 – Jan 2015

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse

    Citizens Medical Center

    May 2009 – May 2013

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse - Nurse Coordinator

    Texas Ear, Nose, & Throat Specialists

    May 2005 – Apr 2009

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse

    Digestive & Liver Specialists

    Aug 2004 – May 2005

  • Licensed Vocational Nurse

    Citizens Medical Center

    Aug 2002 – May 2004

Volunteering

  • Department Representative

    The United Way

    Aug 2016 – Jan 2017

Languages

  • English (US) Advanced

Additional information

  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society