Kara Lemler
WARSAW,IN
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with several years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Registered Nurse
Marshfield Clinic
Marshfield , Wisconsin
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures by providing necessary equipment or supplies.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illness or end-of-life issues.
- Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Promedica Toledo Hospital
Toledo , OH
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Regulated medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, family members, and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications that could improve their overall health status.
- Developed comprehensive discharge plans for discharged patients.
- Monitored vital signs, collected specimens, and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Promedica Toledo Hospital
Toledo, OH
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Regulated medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, family members, and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab draws according to established protocols.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Cardiac/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, Nebraska
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Performed ECG monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or vital signs.
- Utilized telemetry to monitor patients cardiac status.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Ohio State University
Columbus , OH
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Regulated medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, family members, and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications that could improve their overall health status.
- Assessed and evaluated patient health conditions to develop individualized care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Participated in daily rounds with the healthcare team to discuss patient progress and plan of care changes.
- Actively participated in unit meetings regarding changes in policy or procedures related to PCU services.
Registered Nurse, PCU
IU Health University Hospital
Indianapolis, Indiana
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Regulated medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, family members, and other healthcare providers involved in the patient's care.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, treatment options, and post-treatment home care needs.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab draws according to established protocols.
ICU Nurse
Kosciusko Community Hospital
Warsaw , INDIANA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
IPFW
Fort Wayne, IN05-2018
Skills
- Basic life support
- End-of-life care
- Discharge planning
- Health promotion
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Lab result interpretation
- Ventilator support
- Vaccine administration
- Precepting
- Wound care
- Direct patient care
- Epic EHR management
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Chest pain management
- Documentation and charting
Certification
- Registered Nurse licensed in Indiana Compact, Ohio, Illinois, Michigan, & New York.
- BLS, ACLS, & NIHSS certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cardiac Registered Nurse
Marshfield Clinic
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, PCU
Promedica Toledo Hospital
05.2024 - 08.2024
Cardiac/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Nebraska Medical Center
02.2024 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse, PCU
Promedica Toledo Hospital
02.2023 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, PCU
Ohio State University
08.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse, PCU
IU Health University Hospital
04.2022 - 07.2022
ICU Nurse
Kosciusko Community Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
IPFW