Carolyn Kallmeyer
Fort Wright,KY
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with over two decades in nursing education, clinical practice, and program coordination. Skilled in designing and implementing educational curricula to ensure compliance with accreditation standards. Expert in managing faculty, coordinating clinical sites, and delivering high-quality patient care. Holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and dual certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Actively contributes to professional associations and community service initiatives. Seeking to apply extensive nursing education and leadership experience in a rewarding faculty position within a School of Nursing.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
01.2019 - Current
- Perform pre-employment physicals, acute illness and injury evaluations and treatment, fitness for duty, and return to work evaluations
- Assist and advise patients in FMLA, return to work, case management, and OSHA issues
- Comply with hospital policies and procedures to promote patient safety and positive outcomes.
Concentration/Clinical Coordinator Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Northern Kentucky University
01.2017 - Current
- Design, update, and instruct concentration-specific clinical and didactic courses in alignment with program requirements
- Provide guidance and supervision to adjunct faculty, clinical faculty, and academic coaches to ensure consistent program delivery and student support
- Conduct regular reviews of th curriculum to uphold compliance with the MSN Essentials, National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculty, Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and specialty organization standards
- Preserve the educational integrity and rigor of the clinical program across multiple clinical sites
- Implement comprehensive orientation programs and ongoing training to ensure clinical faculty and lead clinical faculty maintain current clinical expertise
- Manage the operational aspects of the program and efficiently coordinate faculty schedules to accommodate the dynamic demands of a 600-800-student online program.
Nurse Practitioner
Figure Weight Loss/Vitality
01.2015 - Current
- Diagnose and treat obesity and obesity-related diseases and conditions
- Perform physical exams, conduct tests, interpret laboratory results, and prescribe medications as needed
- Develop tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team
- Built trust and rapport with patients by listening to concerns, advocating for wellness, and educating on acute and chronic health issues.
Associate Professor of Nursing
Thomas More University
01.2003 - 01.2019
- Tenured Associate Professor in an ACEN Accredited Bachelor’s Degree Program of Nursing
- Enhanced, revised, and delivered an array of courses tailored to meet evolving student educational needs
- These encompassed a broad spectrum, ranging from Nursing Theories/Concepts, Health Assessment, Nursing Skills, Nutrition, Pathophysiologic Process, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Pediatrics, Nursing Research, and Community Health Nursing
- Additional Contributions: Engaged as a participant in the 'Discovery' class within the 3D Learning Community
- Actively involved in various nursing department committees, including the Faculty Organization, Curriculum, and serving as Chair of the Public Relations Committee
- Engaged in College Committees, contributing to the Institutional Advancement Board, Core Assessment, Global Perspective/International Student Affairs, and the Business Society
- Collaboratively authored self-studies for re-accreditation through NLNAC/ACEN in 2006, 2014, and 2021.
Nurse Practitioner
Take Care Clinic
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Diagnose, treat common illnesses, and minor injuries, prescribe medication, conduct tests, and interpret laboratory results, provide wellness and preventive care, perform physical exams and health screenings, and administer vaccinations and injections.
Nurse Practitioner
The Little Clinic
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Diagnose, treat common illnesses, and minor injuries, prescribe medication as needed, conduct tests, and interpret laboratory results, provide wellness and preventive care, perform physical exams and health screenings, and administer vaccinations and injections.
Utilization Review Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Contacted insurance carriers to obtain authorizations for services delivered to patients
- Collaborated with providers to obtain required clinical information, supporting prior authorization determinations and individual inquiries
- Determined medical necessity and cost-effectiveness of services through utilization review processes.
Clinical Instructor
University Of Cincinnati – Raymond Walters College
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Delegated patient assignments to students based on individual learning needs and patient assessments
- Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making, and health teaching.
Clinical Instructor
Northern Kentucky University
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Delegated patient assignments to students based on individual learning needs and patient assessments
- Used individualized instruction techniques to educate students on patient observation, assessment, decision-making, and health teaching.
Charge Nurse - Birthing Center
Saint Luke Hospital
01.1990 - 01.2002
- Provided patient care in labor and delivery, special care nursery, pediatric, and urgent care
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Charge Nurse – Women’s Health Center
Jewish Hospital
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
Staff Nurse – Operating Room and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Children’s Hospital Medical Center
01.1987 - 01.1990
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY08.2025
Post Certification Family Nurse Practitioner -
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY12.2014
Master of Science in Nursing/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner -
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, KY05.2003
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University Of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.1987
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Registered Nurse - The Kentucky Board of Nursing
- Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing
- Advance Practice Registered Nurse - Kentucky Board of Nursing
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing
Organizations and Volunteer Work
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- The Kentucky Coalition of Nurse Practitioners and Nurse Midwives - Committee member
- The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners
- Tristate Healthcare Simulation Consortium – Treasurer 2020-2022
- Rose Garden Mission - Volunteer
- Habitat for Humanity - Volunteer
- Covington Turners Society – Volunteer
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
St. Elizabeth Healthcare
01.2019 - Current
Concentration/Clinical Coordinator Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Northern Kentucky University
01.2017 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Take Care Clinic
01.2017 - 01.2018
Nurse Practitioner
Figure Weight Loss/Vitality
01.2015 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
The Little Clinic
01.2015 - 01.2017
Utilization Review Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2015
Associate Professor of Nursing
Thomas More University
01.2003 - 01.2019
Clinical Instructor
University Of Cincinnati – Raymond Walters College
01.2002 - 01.2003
Clinical Instructor
Northern Kentucky University
01.2002 - 01.2003
Charge Nurse – Women’s Health Center
Jewish Hospital
01.1995 - 01.1996
Charge Nurse - Birthing Center
Saint Luke Hospital
01.1990 - 01.2002
Staff Nurse – Operating Room and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Children’s Hospital Medical Center
01.1987 - 01.1990
Doctor of Nursing Practice -
Northern Kentucky University
Post Certification Family Nurse Practitioner -
Northern Kentucky University
Master of Science in Nursing/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner -
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University Of Kentucky
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