James Carr, BSN, RN, CFRN, NRP

James Carr, BSN, RN, CFRN, NRP, is a dedicated healthcare professional with nearly two decades of experience in nursing and more than three decades in emergency medical services. He currently serves as the inpatient manager for the Cath Lab at W.W. Hastings within the Cherokee Nation Health System, where he plays a key role in advancing patient care, supporting his team, and strengthening workplace culture. James is deeply passionate about fostering professional growth, collaboration, and excellence within his department.

Before transitioning fully into nursing, James built a distinguished career in emergency and aeromedical services. He began as an EMT in 1991, earned his paramedic certification in 1995, and joined aeromedical EMS in 1999. For over twenty years, he served as a dual-licensed flight nurse and paramedic, gaining extensive experience in high-acuity, time-sensitive environments. These years of frontline service shaped his expertise in critical care and cardiology, and continue to inform his leadership style and patient-centered approach in the Cath Lab.

James earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Phoenix in 2024, graduating Summa Cum Laude. He credits much of his professional success to the mentors and educators who guided him early in his career, instilling in him a commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvement. Looking ahead, James is focused on furthering his education, strengthening his leadership capabilities, and contributing to the advancement of cardiac care within his hospital system.

• BSN from University of Phoenix

• CFRN board certification

• ENA