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Kara Link

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 13 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at prioritization and multitasking. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Supervisor, Emergency Department

Atrium Health Cabarrus
06.2016 - Current
  • Managed patient flow efficiently, minimizing wait times while maintaining safe and quality care.
  • Mentored new hires during orientation programs, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices within the nursing profession.
  • Improved staff performance through consistent coaching, mentoring, and identification of professional development opportunities.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives within emergency department, contributing ideas for process enhancements based on clinical experiences and patient feedback.
  • Enhanced staff performance by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback.
  • Developed strong relationships with community partners such as EMS providers or other healthcare facilities to improve coordination during patient transfers or shared resources situations.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, providing leadership during critical incidents and medical emergencies.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by regularly reviewing documentation and conducting audits of patient records.
  • Evaluated key performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement in efficiency or quality of care within the emergency department.
  • Served as ED representative for STEMI, Stroke, Sepsis, Code Cool, and Pediatric Readiness.
  • Served as ED Nurse Navigator in Advanced Care Management Program that was implemented.
  • Point of Care and I-STAT champion.
  • Managed department compliance logs and daily scheduling of staff.
  • Lead and directed team of [Number] clinical personnel and support staff

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Atrium Health Cabarrus
02.2013 - 06.2016
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Atrium Health Cabarrus
10.2010 - 02.2013
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Applied effective time management skills to care for patients.

Registered Nurse

Mollen Immunization Clinics
03.2010 - 01.2011
  • Utilized strong clinical judgement skills to assess patients'' overall health status before administering vaccines as needed.
  • Safely administered flu and pneumonia vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
  • Increased patient safety by strictly adhering to infection control protocols during vaccine administration.
  • Monitored patients post-vaccination for any adverse reactions, taking appropriate action when necessary.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Clinical Research

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Concord, NC
12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Concord, NC
05.2012

Associate of Science - Nursings

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Concord, NC
12.2009

Skills

  • Process Improvements
  • Time Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Schedule Management
  • Multitasking
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Performance monitoring
  • Organizational Skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Acute care expertise

Certification

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Non Violent Crisis Intervention

Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum

NIH Stroke Scale

Certified Nurse Manager and Leader

Affiliations

  • Emergency Nurses Assosociation

Timeline

Clinical Supervisor, Emergency Department

Atrium Health Cabarrus
06.2016 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Atrium Health Cabarrus
02.2013 - 06.2016

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Atrium Health Cabarrus
10.2010 - 02.2013

Registered Nurse

Mollen Immunization Clinics
03.2010 - 01.2011

Master of Science - Nursing Clinical Research

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Associate of Science - Nursings

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

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