Kara Petroff
Miles City,MT
Summary
Professionally in my career I have advocated for all clients safety and needs, worked side by side with care team to promote best outcome for patients and families, listened carefully when patients speak, administered medications, and charted meticulously.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
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California City, CA
06.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills, enhancing team competency and patient care quality.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency, reducing patient wait times significantly.
- Conducted regular training sessions on compliance standards and safety protocols for staff members.
- Analyzed patient feedback to identify areas for improvement in service delivery and satisfaction levels.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
Treasure State Travel
Miles City, MT
06.2009 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and best practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care procedures.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills, enhancing team competency and patient care quality.
- Led initiatives to improve workflow efficiency, reducing patient wait times significantly.
- Conducted regular training sessions on compliance standards and safety protocols for staff members.
- Analyzed patient feedback to identify areas for improvement in service delivery and satisfaction levels.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Miles City Community College
Miles City, MT05.2002
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Get along well all kinds of personalities
- Open minded
- Positive attitude
- Great knowledge base gained over my career
- Time oriented
Timeline
Registered Nurse
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06.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse
Treasure State Travel
06.2009 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Miles City Community College