Kara Bunch
Parrish,FL
Summary
Registered Nurse Case Manager with 8 years of experience dedicated to quality care of diverse patients. Skillfully blend hands-on skills with advanced background in Emergency Room and Home Health settings. Work effectively with all levels of healthcare providers, physicians and administrators to address patient needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Doctors Choice Home Health
Bradenton, FL
12.2018 - 03.2022
- Effectively communicated with physicians regarding patient needs, performance, medications and changes.
- Completed initial assessments of patients and family to determine and address individual home care needs. ·
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary professionals to develop plans of care, administer tests and monitor patient status.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Registered Nurse, ER
Manatee Memorial Hospital
Bradenton, FL
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
ER Technician
Manatee Memorial Hospital
Bradenton, FL
08.2012 - 06.2014
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
EMT
Manatee County EMS
Bradenton, FL
08.2009 - 08.2012
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
Bradenton, FL05.2014
Skills
- Treatment Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Clear Patient Communication
- Care Coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Doctors Choice Home Health
12.2018 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, ER
Manatee Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 05.2019
ER Technician
Manatee Memorial Hospital
08.2012 - 06.2014
EMT
Manatee County EMS
08.2009 - 08.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
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