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Kara McCutcheon

Allegany

Summary

Detail-oriented nursing professional with extensive experience in providing exceptional direct and indirect patient care. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and support nursing best practices. Demonstrates expertise in clinical assessments, patient education, and care coordination. Committed to advancing the nursing profession through continuous learning and quality improvement initiatives.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

GLC Group
Weston
10.2021 - Current
  • Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
  • Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.

LPN

Olean General Hospital
Olean
06.2022 - 10.2025
  • Assisted surgeon by passing instruments and sterile supplies throughout operation.
  • Gathered and took inventory of equipment to confirm adequate supplies for surgery.
  • Observed aseptic technique and infection control protocols at all times.
  • Scrubbed arms and hands and assisted surgical team with scrubbing, masks and surgical clothing.
  • Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences.

LPN

The Guidance Center Community Mental Health
Bradford
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Assisted offenders in enrolling in treatment, counseling or community service programs.
  • Provided resources and support networks for transitioning back into the community after completing treatment program.
  • Assisted families in understanding their loved one's diagnosis, treatment options, and resources available within the community.
  • Provided case management services to coordinate access to health, mental health, social service, substance abuse treatment and other community resources.
  • Coordinated with treatment providers, law enforcement personnel, attorneys, and other community resources to ensure the successful completion of probationary periods.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and collaborate on treatment planning.

LPN

ProLink Healthcare
Buffalo
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while providing care for critically ill patients.
  • Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care for critically ill patients.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support skills when necessary.
  • Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.

Senior Administrative Associate

US Department of Veteran Affairs
Warren
01.2012 - 06.2022
  • Compiled data from various sources into meaningful reports for executive review.
  • Conducted research, compiled and typed statistical reports, synthesized information and provided excellent communication to disseminate information throughout organization.
  • Composed, edited and typed complex memos and reports with job-related software.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through direct communication with clients and team members.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse -

BOCES Career Tech
Olean, NY
06-2022

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Wound care
  • Aseptic technique
  • Critical thinking
  • Health coordination
  • Behavioral health
  • Patient education
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient relationship building

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN

The Guidance Center Community Mental Health
01.2024 - 06.2024

LPN

ProLink Healthcare
03.2023 - 07.2023

LPN

Olean General Hospital
06.2022 - 10.2025

LPN

GLC Group
10.2021 - Current

Senior Administrative Associate

US Department of Veteran Affairs
01.2012 - 06.2022

Licensed Practical Nurse -

BOCES Career Tech

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