Kara Marino
Signal Mountain,TN
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in management and supervision of medical staff. Skilled in inpatient teaching with a strong emphasis in critical care, case management and administration. Reputation as self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication and leadership skills. Successful in managing time, prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Abode Healthcare
Monteagle, TN
07.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle modifications to improve their overall health.
- Initiated referrals to other healthcare specialists as necessary.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
Nurse Practitioner
Carle Health/Methodist
Peoria, IL
08.2014 - 05.2023
- Developed tailored care plans for each patient in collaboration with physicians and healthcare team.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Educated patients and families about medical treatments and self-care management techniques.
- Conducted follow-up visits to monitor treatment progress and ensure effectiveness of interventions.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits, diagnoses, treatments, and test results in electronic health record systems.
Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
05.2006 - 07.2012
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
Education
Master of Science - Gerontology
OSF St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Peoria06-2018
Master of Science - Maternal Health And Newborn
OSF St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Peoria08-2012
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis College of Nursing
Peoria05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12-1997
Skills
- Care delivery coordination
- Lab result evaluation
- SOAP notes expertise
- Prescribing medications
- Diagnosis and treatment
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Abode Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Carle Health/Methodist
08.2014 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
05.2006 - 07.2012
Master of Science - Gerontology
OSF St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Master of Science - Maternal Health And Newborn
OSF St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
OSF St. Francis College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Illinois State University