Kara Dalton
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Proficient and self-driven registered nurse (RN) eager to leverage clinical experience and skills in managing patient treatment plans towards new healthcare opportunities. 10 years of experience volunteer nursing, providing lactation support, assisting mothers in crisis pregnancies, working with children, and various community involvements. Adaptive and hands-on learner leveraging strong multitasking skills, BLS and Lactation counselor certified.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Home Health Nurse (volunteer Position)
Private Duty
Honolulu, HI
02.2024 - Current
- Provided independent care for a patient with severe injuries, managing their pre and post op care.
- Coordinated post-operative care, case managed patient's meal plan, and provided patient education and advocacy.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluation of patients' overall health requirements by considering their physical symptoms, mental state, and social factors. Recorded detailed assessment outcomes.
Immunization Nurse
Mollen Immunizations Clinic
09.2011 - 09.2012
- Administered mass immunizations to patients ages 4 and above
- Provided patient education on influenza and pneumonia
- Provide patient and parent teaching regarding vaccines and illnesses
- Administered detailed patient examinations.
Clinic Nurse
United States Naval Hospital Family Practice Clinic
Camp Lester
10.2008 - 08.2009
- Demonstrated expertise in delivering exceptional nursing care to individuals spanning various stages of life - from infants to seniors - encompassing specialties such as pediatrics, medical-surgical practice, obstetrics-gynecology and gerontology.
- Provided comprehensive care as a civilian Clinical Nurse, OB/GYN superintendent, and Lactation Counselor to clinic patients.
Staff Nurse, OB/GYN/Nursery Unit
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
Fort Walton Beach, FL
10.2007 - 03.2008
- Provided couplet care for patients after childbirth and those in preterm labor, as well as patients with acute illnesses during pregnancy such as PIH, gestational diabetes, and severe kidney infection.
- Provided support to patients and families during pregnancy, childbirth, and new parent support. Focused on teaching newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and stress management.
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Secretary
North Okaloosa Medical Center
Crestview, FL
06.2006 - 01.2007
- Delivered a complete range of CNA and secretary services on the PCU unit
- Documented patient history and medication lists, assessed individual needs
- Prepared equipment and assisted physicians and nurses during patient examinations and treatments
- Provided bedside care to 30+ patients, including personal hygiene, perineal care, feeding, and bathing.
Education
Lactation Counselor Certification - Lactation
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA01-2009
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL05-2007
Skills
- Pain Management
- Triage
- Home Care
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Care plans
- Compassionate Care
- Geriatric Care
- Home health services
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Nutritional counseling
- Lactation support
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Goal Setting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Emotional Support
Certification
- BLS Certification, 04/01/24, 04/01/26
- RN, 03/01/25, FL
- Lactation counselor
Additional Information
Dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse with proven strengths in acute patient care, staff development, family advocacy, and patient education.
Exceptional capacity to multi-task: manage numerous, often competing priorities with ease and foster the provision of superior patient care.
Administrative and referral experience including admissions, assessment, treatment, referral, and education for a wide range of patients.
Widely recognized as an excellent care provider and patient advocate.
Demonstrated ability to forge, lead, and motivate outstanding healthcare teams that provide top-quality patient care.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; superior accuracy in patient history, charting, and other documentation.
Certifications and Proficiencies
Timeline
Private Home Health Nurse (volunteer Position)
Private Duty
02.2024 - Current
Immunization Nurse
Mollen Immunizations Clinic
09.2011 - 09.2012
Clinic Nurse
United States Naval Hospital Family Practice Clinic
10.2008 - 08.2009
Staff Nurse, OB/GYN/Nursery Unit
Fort Walton Beach Medical Center
10.2007 - 03.2008
Certified Nursing Assistant/ Secretary
North Okaloosa Medical Center
06.2006 - 01.2007
Lactation Counselor Certification - Lactation
University of California - Davis
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Northwest Florida State College
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