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Kara Theut

Casco,MI

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Nursing

Medilodge Of Richmond
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
  • Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
  • Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
  • Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.

Registered Nurse

Henry Ford Hospital
07.2012 - 04.2024
  • 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.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Registered Nurse

Mclaren Home Care
04.2017 - 09.2019
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
04.2012

BBA - Marketing

Walsh College of Accountancy And Business Administration
Troy, MI
04.2004

Skills

  • Nurse Education and Training
  • Leadership and Guidance
  • Quality Improvement
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Process Improvements
  • Critical Thinking
  • Relationship Building
  • Long-Term Care
  • Nursing Staff Supervision
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Certification

SWOC, BLS

Timeline

Director of Nursing

Medilodge Of Richmond
11.2023 - 05.2024

Registered Nurse

Mclaren Home Care
04.2017 - 09.2019

Registered Nurse

Henry Ford Hospital
07.2012 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Oakland University

BBA - Marketing

Walsh College of Accountancy And Business Administration

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