Kara Selby

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Hubert, NC *****

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OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a Registered Nurse at Camp Lejeune Naval Hospital,

this will require me to expand my practical experience while providing

quality health care to patients.

EDUCATION

Indiana State University 08/2008-05/2012

Dean's list Spring and Fall semesters of 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012. GPA 3.87/4.0

in the BS-Nursing Program. Graduated: May, 2012

Warren Woods Tower High School 08/2004-06/2008

Academic Diploma. GPA 3.54/4.0.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Registered Nurse-Nephrology

12/2012-Present, Carolina East Medical Center. New Bern, NC

*Provide nursing care by utilizing the components of the nursing process

*Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with

members of the health care team

*Provide learning opportunities to meet the educational needs of the

patient, family, and members of the health care team.

*Ability to maintain and improve nursing skills to provide nursing care

within the hospital environment.

*Effective performance of basic nursing skills such as IV and catheter

insertion, head to toe assessments, and accurate patient documentation.

*Care for patients with peritoneal dialysis, fistulas, NG tubes, and the

performance of wound dressing changes.

Registered Nurse-Surgery/Oncology

05/2012-11/2012, Deaconess Gateway Hospital. Newburgh, IN

*Daily care of patients which include: setting up IV’s, medication

administration, providing emotional support for patient and families,

patient education, basic care for drains and tubes (NG, CBI, chest tubes, JP

drains)

*Report changes to physicians and health care professionals involved in

care. Thorough report of patient condition at change of shift.

*Provide updates to families and patients about any condition changes.

*Perform accurate and thorough documentation.

*Demonstrate the knowledge to provide holistic care for the patient.

*Supervising and overseeing the duties of patient care technicians by

monitoring and assisting in daily care of the patient.

*Provide comfort care to terminal patients and emotional support to their

families.

*Maintain privacy and confidentiality of the patient and patient medical

information.

Patient Care Assistant

06/2010-04/2012, Union Hospital Inc. Terre Haute, IN

*Performed secretary duties and relayed information quickly and

efficiently.

*Transferred and transported patients safely throughout hospital.

* Performed baths, bed changes, and provided accurate values for vital

signs, glucose levels, and intake and output to designated nurse.

*Performed accurate and efficient charting on patient’s daily activities.

*Maintained professional patient confidentiality.

Student Nurse-ISU

08/2008 – 05/2012, Union Hospital, Terre Haute, IN

*Performed IV insertions, catheterizations, dressing changes, baths, bed

changes, and charting.

*Performed client assessments of physical, mental, and at risk indicators

accurately.

*Provided proficient and skillful care for all clients.

*Performed accurate medication administration under the supervision of

clinical instructor.

*Provided patient care in labor and delivery room.

*Under supervision of preceptor, demonstrated knowledge of fetal monitors

and assessments of patient in active labor.

Academic Peer Advocate

08/2009-05/2010, Residential Life-Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN

* Implemented and planned programs to educate residents on development

of leadership, personal growth, and academic engagement.

*Established communities that supported academics.

*Maintained a professional level of confidentiality.

* Facilitated transition of first year college students in regards to academic

success.

* Supervised and mentored residents on an as needed basis.

SKILLS

*Microsoft Word and Excel, Picaso, Sorian, OAS Gold, Centricity, EPIC

computerized charting, Cerner, AS400, Care mobile. ACLS certified

References:

Debra Wilson MSN, RN, OCN Linda Walters, RN, MSN Constance Thomas PhD, RN

Department Manager Assistant Professor Instructor/Facilitator

Surgery-Oncology Indiana State University Indiana State University

Deaconess Hospital College of Nursing College of Nursing

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