Karen Davis RN

I am searching for a registered nurse position that works remotely from home. I am a seasoned and proficient nursing professional, with a strong diverse clinical background, offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Expert multi-tasker capable of prioritizing clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced settings. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Champions patient and family education by providing compassionate, inclusive care that encourages self-sufficiency.

Please review my work history of nursing experience both as a bedside nurse, as well as management experience. My resume is located on the pages that follow.

402 Pearce Street

Collinsville, Texas 76233

817-***-****

ad493x@r.postjobfree.com

TEXAS RN License #699742

EXPERIENCE

MEDICAL CITY HOSPITAL, Fort Worth, Texas

REGISTERED NURSE - CVICU

MAY 2023 - PRESENT

Caring for unstable post arrest patients requiring therapeutic hypothermia.

Familiar with utilizing NMB agents along with the use of BIS and train of four monitoring devices.

Experienced with various inotrope/pressor medications such as Epinephrine, Norepinephrine, Neosynephrine, Dopamine, Dobutamine and Vasopressin.

Experienced with antiarrythmics and vasodilators such as Amiodarone, Diltiazem, Esmolol, Nitroglycerin and Nitroprusside.

Proficient in applying hemodynamic data from PA, CVP, and arterial lines to patient care.

Able to provide renal replacement therapy for critical patients.

Managed immediate post heart and great vessel surgical patients.

Managed immediate post kidney transplant patients.

Provided care for patients requiring IABP assistance, as well as ecmo patients.

ALLIANCEHEALTH OF MADILL, MADILL, OK

NURSE MANAGER OF EMERGENCY DEPT & MED SURG/SWING BED UNITS

AUGUST 2022 - MAY 2023

Responsible for the patient care systems and structures that promote the provision of excellent nursing care of the units.

Managed all nursing personnel within the units.

Collaborated with support staff to ensure the smooth operation of the units.

Represented the facility in the trauma plan and emergency management of the region,

Assisted in training the new case manager in handling referrals and appropriateness of admits to ensure successful patient outcomes.

Promoted mutli-disciplinary rounds on a daily basis, to update patient care plans on a daily basis with each discipline giving patient updates.

Developed and updated clinical policies and standards centered on patient advocacy to enhance positive patient outcomes.

NTMC, Gainesville, Texas

REGISTERED NURSE-ICU

AUGUST 2021 - AUGUST 2022

Provided nursing care within the ICU, that met the psycho social, physical and general aspects of care.

Coordinated care planning with other disciplines.

Prioritized care based on physical and psycho social needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system.

Communicated with physicians regarding changes in patient’s status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies.

Responded quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition or response to treatment.

Performed head-to-toe assessments on all patients and reassessments.

Provided cardiac monitoring, identifying dysrhythmias and treats/responds appropriately.

MEDICAL CITY HOSPITAL, Fort Worth, Texas

REGISTERED NURSE - Renal PCU

DECEMBER 2019 - AUGUST 2021

Inpatient transplant ICU step down unit.

Received fresh kidney transplant patients from ICU, cared for pre and post-transplant patients and clean PCU overflow.

120+ kidney transplants per year.

Average daily census of unit 12-18 patients.

Worked closely with CVICU to prep, recover, and move patients based on acuity.

Bedside RN caring for PCU, pre and post-transplant patients, kidney evaluation patients.

Provided competent care and excellent customer service.

Performance measured by patient outcomes, service excellence, error reporting, and teamwork.

MAINSTREET HOMEHEALTH & HOSPICE, Azle, Texas

DIRECTOR OF NURSES

JULY 2014 - JUNE 2019

Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice, project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health education and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to patients daily.

Oversaw and managed approximately 25 clinical and support staff in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism.

Provided complete care to home health patients, including physical assessments, medication management and chronic disease management, to prevent rehospitalization.

Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.

Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

Cared for Home Health & Hospice patients, collaborated with the team to provide support for patients and families.

WILSON N JONES HOSPITAL, Sherman, Texas

REGISTERED NURSE - ICU

NOVEMBER 2013 - JULY 2014

Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Provided exceptional care to high-acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, balloon pumps, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.

Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create a safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

METHODIST DALLAS MEDICAL CENTER, Dallas, Texas

REGISTERED NURSE - CCU

JULY 2007 - APRIL 2011

Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.

Partnered with physicians, social workers and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.

Provided exceptional care to high-acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.

Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.

Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.

Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

BAYLOR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, Dallas, Texas REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR - TRANSPLANT/SURGICAL ICU

SEPTEMBER 2003 - JULY 2007

Prepared living donors for Transplant procedures, as well as keep them informed and fully educated on the process and risks involved.

Provided care for patients who received vital organs, such as a kidneys, liver, pancreas or small bowel, from deceased organ donors.

Recorded full medical histories of patients and donors.

Collected lab tests to ensure organ matches.

Cleared and prepped patients and donors for surgery.

Collaborated with the entire transplant team to streamline the process.

Administered immuno-suppression medications and monitored for side effects and or signs of rejection.

Administered CVVHD at bedside and in the OR.

Cared for and adhered to the plan of care for patients that were septic, had multi-system organ failure, respiratory failure, CMV.

Assisted patients in dealing with loss and grief, as finding an organ donor is often a long and arduous process.

Attended daily rounds, accompanying the medical director, physicians and other specialists.

Supervised and trained the clinical staff on the unit, performed performance evaluations.

EDUCATION

GRAYSON COUNTY COLLEGE, Denison, Texas

Associate of Applied Science: NURSING GPA 3.7

MAY 2003

SKILLS

Empathy and compassion to help patients.

Strong communication Skills

Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

Strong work ethic and integrity.

High level of professionalism.

Critical thinking.

Dependability.

Excellent role model.

Teamwork.

Management skills.

Ability to multitask.

Acute care expertise.

Strong clinical judgement.

Flexibility.

Strong leadership skills.

Active listening.

Problem-solving.

Active listening.

AFFILIATIONS

PHI THETA KAPPA

SIGMA KAPPA DELTA

CERTIFICATIONS

BLS - American Heart Association

ACLS - American Heart Association

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