Kara Keenan
Keeseville,NY
Summary
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Champlain Valley Senior Community
Willsboro, NY
2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal care.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance patient treatment strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices for patient care.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records.
- Implemented infection control procedures to maintain safety standards.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify changes in patient conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- 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.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
CVPH Medical Center
Plattsburgh, NY
09.2015 - 2024
- Assisted in triaging patients and conducting annual assessments for hospital employees. Supported administration of immunizations and facilitated medical and fitness exams for Customs and Border Patrol. Aided in performing medical exams for military service members.
- Validated credentials, vaccination status, and competencies for traveling healthcare professionals.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Private Duty In-Home Care
Plattsburgh, NY
10.2016 - 07.2018
- Provided in-home care to patient with ALS. Basic ADLs, transfers, peg tube feedings and medication administration, regular suctioning
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Plastic Surgery Office
Plattsburgh, NY
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Prepping sterile field, assisting with in-office procedures, prepping charts, triage nursing
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
MEADOWBROOK NURSING HOME
Plattsburgh, NY
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Med nurse, occasional charge nurse on LTC floors and subacute unit
Education
Practical Nursing Degree - undefined
CV-TEC
Plattsburgh, NY06.2012
Skills
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
- Zoom
- Home Care
- Occupational health
- Nursing
- Microsoft Office
- Primary care
- Vital Signs
- Medication administration
- Communication skills
- Triage
- Hazardous material handling
- Home Health
- Tube Feeding
- Writing skills
- Computer literacy
- EMR Systems
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- LPN
- Staff Nurse
- Fall protection protocols
- Data entry
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
- BLS Certification
- LPN
Timeline
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Private Duty In-Home Care
10.2016 - 07.2018
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
CVPH Medical Center
09.2015 - 2024
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Plastic Surgery Office
08.2013 - 09.2015
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
MEADOWBROOK NURSING HOME
06.2012 - 04.2014
Practical Nursing Degree - undefined
CV-TEC
LPN
Champlain Valley Senior Community
2024 - Current