Kara Tschuor
Middletown
Summary
Detail-oriented LPN with expertise in patient care coordination, Basic Life Support, triage, detox and recovery, wound care, lab draws, specimen collection, and medication administration. Proficient in multiple EHR platforms, including Epic and Carelogic. Committed to enhancing patient support and fostering effective team collaboration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Detox Nurse
Medmark
Lebanon
07.2026 - Current
- Prepared and administered medications per established protocols.
- Administered medications to patients in accordance with physician orders.
- Assessed and monitored patients for signs of withdrawal symptoms.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Documented patient vital signs and observed behavioral changes.
- Performed vital signs assessments including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
- Educated patients on detoxification procedures and recovery options to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes to support successful detox completion and long-term recovery.
- Educated patients about healthy dietary choices that will promote recovery from substance abuse disorders.
- Communicated effectively with patients to address their needs and concerns.
- Built trusting relationships with patients through active listening and compassionate communication, fostering a supportive care environment.
- Supplied information about local community support groups and aftercare programs to patients.
- Established safety protocols that ensured constant patient supervision.
- Participated in training sessions on addiction treatment practices.
- Observed patient behavior and assessed emotional well-being throughout the detoxification process.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided, documenting all treatments administered.
- Encouraged positive coping strategies such as relaxation techniques or meditation to help relieve stress during the detoxification process.
- Encouraged positive coping strategies such as relaxation techniques or meditation to help relieve stress during the detoxification process.
LPN Office Nurse
Community Health Alliance
Hamilton
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient assessments and documentation in EHR on Carelogic
- Administered medications via injections and monitored patient responses effectively.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed office communications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care quality.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LPN Detox Nurse
Community Medical Services
West Chester
07.2024 - 04.2026
- Administered Methadone and Suboxone to patients in accordance with physician orders.
- Educated patients on detox procedures and recovery strategies for success.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients in recovery.
- Observed patient behavior and assessed emotional well-being throughout the detoxification and recovery process.
- Developed a trusting relationship with each patient through active listening and compassionate communication skills.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided, documenting all treatments administered in EHR on Methasoft.
School Nurse
Lakota Local Schools
West Chester
10.2018 - 11.2023
- Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Developed individualized care plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Conducted health screenings and maintained student health records in EHR on Snap.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
- Reviewed and updated existing protocols for various health-related topics such as allergies or asthma attacks.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Applied sterile dressings to wounds for proper healing.
- Administered first aid and medication to students in need.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered medical supplies to ensure availability for student care.
- Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
- Attended professional development conferences related to pediatric nursing topics.
- Investigated incidents of abuse or neglect reported by faculty members or other staff members.
- Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
- Conducted health screenings and maintained student health records.
- Developed individualized care plans for students with chronic conditions.
LPN Office Nurse
TriHealth
Mason
09.2014 - 08.2023
- Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics as prescribed and sterilized and stored instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
- Measured patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure each day.
- Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Educated patients on proper wound care techniques following surgery or injury.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and their families in times of need.
- Documented all treatments given in accordance with established guidelines.
- Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
- Completed electronic documentation using Epic, prior insurance authorizations and scheduling of appointments for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Reviewed lab results for accuracy prior to delivering them to the physician.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
- Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
- Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed office communications.
- Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
- Participated in continuing education activities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient assessments and documentation.
Director of Client Services
Community Pregnancy Center
Middletown
07.2004 - 02.2005
- Developed training programs for staff on client interaction best practices.
- Implemented feedback systems to gather insights from clients for service improvement.
- Managed client complaints with high level of professionalism and competence.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Developed policies, procedures and protocols related to client services.
- Facilitated workshops addressing client needs and community health education topics.
- Created communication strategies to inform clients about services and events.
- Collaborated with community partners to expand resources available to clients.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training for enhanced service delivery.
- Maintained client files, compiled reports and organized company resources.
- Managed organization's daily operations.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Partnered with vendors to obtain best pricing on products or services.
Education
RN BSN - Nursing
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OH 08.2023 - 07.2026
LPN - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
West Chester, OH 04.2012 - 03.2013
Lakota High School
West Chester, OHSkills
- Medication administration
- Withdrawal management
- Detoxification process
- Substance abuse
- Patient care
- Nursing care planning
- Health assessments
- Vital signs assessment
- Infection control
- Therapeutic communication
- Behavioral intervention
- Psychiatric nursing
- Clinical documentation
- Electronic health records
- Healthcare coordination
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Care plans
- Care modifications
- Charting accuracy
- Health promotion
- Family support
- Emotional support
- Individualized care planning
- Pediatric emergency care
- Wound care
- Feeding assistance
- Basic Life Support BLS
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Self motivation
- Ethical practice
- Nursing ethics
- Compassionate care
- Relapse prevention
- Pediatric emergency care
- Wound care
- Feeding assistance
- Basic Life Support BLS
Certification
- Basic Life Support BLS
Affiliations
- Honor Flight Volunteer
- Bible Study Facilitator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Detox Nurse
Medmark
07.2026 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Community Health Alliance
02.2026 - Current
LPN Detox Nurse
Community Medical Services
07.2024 - 04.2026
RN BSN - Nursing
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
08.2023 - 07.2026
School Nurse
Lakota Local Schools
10.2018 - 11.2023
LPN Office Nurse
TriHealth
09.2014 - 08.2023
LPN - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
04.2012 - 03.2013
Director of Client Services
Community Pregnancy Center
07.2004 - 02.2005
Lakota High School