Kara Livas
Byfield,MA
Summary
Highly skilled Nurse Practitioner with 10 years of experience in Emergency Medicine. Possess a solid foundation in diagnosing and treating a variety of medical conditions. Proficient in patient assessment, healthcare planning, and implementing evidence-based practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrate ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Medicine
Envision Physician Services
06.2019 - Current
- Obtain health histories, perform physical exams, and develop differential diagnoses for adult/pediatric patients with varying acuity levels
- Order lab tests, X-rays, CT scans, and MRI as part of diagnostic workup
- Perform emergency procedures such as suturing, splinting, nerve blocks, and arthrocentesis
- Present pertinent information, assessments, and treatment plans to attending physicians
- Collaborate with providers and consultants from other specialties to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Medicine
Brown Physicians, Incorporated
04.2014 - 05.2019
- 5 years experience in a level 1 trauma center
- Completed post-graduate Emergency Medicine Physician Extender Development program providing additional training and medical simulation scenarios in EM procedures
Registered Nurse, Emergency Room
Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene
08.2005 - 03.2014
- Provided high-level care to patients of all ages with diverse illnesses and injuries as charge, triage, and staff nurse
- Continuously assessed, prioritized, and monitored needs of critically ill patients
- Communicated changes in patient status to appropriate providers.
Emergency Room Technician
Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene
02.2003 - 02.2005
- Performed EKGs and assisted nurses and doctors with procedures
- Transported patients to radiology and hospital floors
- Stocked medical supplies.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati01.2013
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Fitchburg State College
Fitchburg, MA01.2005
Skills
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Proficient in diagnostic tests interpretation
- Excellent communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
- Skilled in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
- Emergency Medicine procedures
Certification
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), ANCC, expiration 07/30/2028
- NH APRN License 055092-23, expiration 3/30/2025
- DEA License, expiration 3/30/2025
- BLS Certification, expiration 12/2025
- ACLS Certification, expiration 10/2024
- PALS Certification, expiration 12/2025
- ATLS Certification, expiration 10/2028
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Medicine
Envision Physician Services
06.2019 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Medicine
Brown Physicians, Incorporated
04.2014 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Room
Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene
08.2005 - 03.2014
Emergency Room Technician
Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene
02.2003 - 02.2005
Master of Science in Nursing -
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Fitchburg State College
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), ANCC, expiration 07/30/2028
- NH APRN License 055092-23, expiration 3/30/2025
- DEA License, expiration 3/30/2025
- BLS Certification, expiration 12/2025
- ACLS Certification, expiration 10/2024
- PALS Certification, expiration 12/2025
- ATLS Certification, expiration 10/2028
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