Kara Pharoah
Ogdensburg
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse known for implementing process improvements and enhancing patient satisfaction. Expertise in mentoring and training staff to ensure high-quality care and compliance with healthcare standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
02.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care and improve health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing care plans by gathering patient histories and current health information.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding of care processes.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient progress and facilitate communication among staff.
- Adapted quickly to diverse clinical environments while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
- Supported positive work environment by mentoring new nursing staff, promoting culture of learning and professional growth.
Supervisor
Samaritan Keep Home
Watertown, NY
07.2021 - Current
- Supervised daily operations ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance performance and improve service delivery.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in increased workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to maintain high standards of care.
- Coordinated staffing schedules to optimize resource allocation and support patient needs.
- Collaborated with management on policy development to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Implemented rewards and recognition program that significantly increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
Travel Registered Nurse
Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester, NY
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced nursing practices and procedures.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Contributed to higher standards of care within the facility by mentoring new nurses and sharing best practices from prior experiences in various clinical settings.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between facilities by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to receiving staff members.
- Conducted patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention, leading to decrease in readmission rates.
- Increased patient comfort and support with empathetic communication and attentive bedside manner.
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction, providing compassionate care and effectively addressing patient concerns.
Registered Nurse
Gouverneur Hospital
Gouverneur, NY
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Administered medications and managed patient care plans to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and performed assessments, documenting changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols and wellness practices.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development through training and guidance on best practices.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve quality of care and patient satisfaction metrics consistently.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
State University of New York
Canton05-2014
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Direct patient care
- Wound care
- Discharge planning
- Patient education
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Telemetry monitoring
- Chronic disease management
- Patient assessment
- Immunization administration
- Medical-surgical nursing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Medication administration
- Geriatric nursing
- Family education
- Diabetes management
- Operating room assistance
- Orthopedic nursing
- Patient assessments
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Joint commission compliance
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control
- Tracheostomy care
- Compassionate and caring
- Intravenous therapy
- CPR/AED
- Patient and family advocacy
- Documentation
- Insulin medication assistance
- Diagnostic test ordering
- Student precepting
- Clear patient communication
- Immunizations and vaccinations
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Procedure assistance
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
02.2026 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Strong Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2025
Supervisor
Samaritan Keep Home
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Gouverneur Hospital
11.2019 - 07.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
State University of New York
Daisy Awards
received several daisy awards while employed at Strong Memorial Hospital for going above and beyond for my patients and their families