Kara Rourke
Springboro,OH
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse adept at providing individualized care to all medical, surgical, and trauma patients admitted to the Intensive Care Unit and their families. Looking to obtain entrance into the University of Cincinnati's Family Nurse Practitioner Program to further develop my clinical skills to better advocate for my patients and the nursing profession.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Charge Nurse
Kettering Hospital - Main Campus
01.2012 - Current
- Manage staffing assignments for each shift based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage for all areas of the ICU.
- Collaborate with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
- Mentor and train new nurses, ensure they are well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
- Enhance patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU.
Staff Nurse Advanced Care
Kettering Hospital - Dayton
07.2010 - 01.2012
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Receptionist/Executive Assistant
Kettering Health Network
06.2005 - 07.2010
- Admission paperwork, accounts payable, scheduling, customer service, manage front office in evenings, train new employees
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wright State University
Dayton, OH06.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH06.2010
HS diploma -
Springboro High School
Springboro, OH06.2004
Skills
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- CRRT - Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Assist with bedside procedures
- Orient/precept/mentor new hires
Accomplishments
- Participated for many years in the professional ladder program conducting numerous process improvement projects
- Chair/Co-Chair/member of Unit Council and subcommittees
- Daisy Award Winner 2017
- Cameo of Caring Nominee 2020
References
Available upon request
Certification
- CCRN - Certified Critical Care Nurse
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Timeline
ICU Charge Nurse
Kettering Hospital - Main Campus
01.2012 - Current
Staff Nurse Advanced Care
Kettering Hospital - Dayton
07.2010 - 01.2012
Receptionist/Executive Assistant
Kettering Health Network
06.2005 - 07.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wright State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sinclair Community College
HS diploma -
Springboro High School
- CCRN - Certified Critical Care Nurse
- TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
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