Kara Croom

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
• Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
• Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
• Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
• Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
• Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• NIH certified. My average assignment consists of between 6-7 patients, while supervising an LPN and Patient care technician assigned to me.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Home health Nurse for Concierge home care and Pinnacle home care, The Villages, Fl.

• Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
• Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
• Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
• Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
• Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.

• Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
• Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary staff such as Physical therapy, Speech therapy and Occupational therapy to ensure that the patient is receiving individualized care and setting realistic goals.
• Teaching patients and their families about the recovery process, self-care techniques, and injury prevention.
• Advocating for the patient to ensure that they are receiving the necessary recourses and support for a successful transition home.

• Caring for Hospice patients that are in crisis and need additional nursing care and medication that a home setting cannot provide.
• Duties are monitoring for changes or decline, administering medications either orally or subcutaneously to relieve discomfort and shortness of breath, educating and comforting families of the patient, following MD order as well as the plan of care.
• Completing all required documentation regarding care.
• Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
• Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
• Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.

• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
• Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
• Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.