Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
DAISY Award Coordinator
Timeline
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Kara Goble

Wise,VA

Summary

Registered healthcare professional with strong background in critical care environments, equipped to handle high-stress situations and complex patient needs. Excel in team collaboration, adapting quickly to evolving circumstances and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Skilled in advanced patient monitoring, emergency response, acute care management, and therapeutic interventions. Known for reliability, empathy, and strong communication abilities that enhance patient care and team efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse Manager

Appalachian Regional Hospital
12.2022 - Current
  • Directed nursing staff to ensure compliance with patient care standards and safety protocols.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among staff to maintain a positive work environment and promote teamwork.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development through comprehensive training programs.
  • Streamlined workflow for increased efficiency by optimizing scheduling and delegating tasks to the appropriate staff members.
  • Maximized nursing staff potential by providing ongoing coaching and support, leading to higher levels of competence and confidence in delivering quality care.
  • Sought opportunities to improve patient care, outcomes and nursing staff performance.
  • Manage 5 nurses across 12-bed Critical Care Unit.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conducted rounds with physicians, advising physicians on patients' conditions and assisting in coordinating diagnostic testing and follow up appointments to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Appalachian Regional Hospital
08.2020 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in critical care settings.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
  • Assisted in advanced life support procedures, ensuring rapid response during emergency situations.
  • Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient data accurately and efficiently.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify changes in patient conditions and needs.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and available resources for recovery.
  • Maintained sterile environments while performing invasive procedures to prevent infections.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and service delivery standards.
  • Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
  • Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
  • Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
  • Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
  • Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
  • Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
  • Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with professionalism.
  • Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
  • Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.
  • Implemented identified treatment plans for patients to maintain stable conditions and achieve reasonable improvements.
  • Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
  • Managed patient flow effectively through timely placements upon admission as well as coordinating smooth transfers and discharges.
  • Delegated work to nursing support staff and monitored performance to protect patients and maintain optimal care standards.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
  • Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.

Nurse Extern

Appalachian Regional Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2022
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, enhancing overall efficiency in daily operations.
  • Supported documentation of patient information and medical histories to ensure accurate records.
  • Observed and reported changes in patients' conditions, contributing to timely interventions.
  • Learned and adhered to safety protocols while providing care in clinical settings.
  • Engaged with patients to provide comfort and support during treatment procedures.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to facilitate effective communication regarding patient needs.
  • Administered medications under supervision, adhering to strict protocols and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, promoting a safe environment.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge in nursing practices.
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
  • Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
  • Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
  • Assisted patients with mobility needs by helping them move around the hospital or perform range-of-motion exercises as needed.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teamwork by consistently stepping up when additional help was required or requested within the unit or department.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting with daily living tasks and providing emotional support to patients.
  • Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patients'' needs.
  • Performed diagnostic tests under supervision of registered nurses, contributing to accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control procedures, ensuring the safety of both patients and staff members alike.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
  • Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by providing compassionate care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
  • Aided in wound care management by changing dressings under the guidance of registered nurses, promoting healing processes while preventing infections.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
06-2025

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY
06-2020

Skills

  • Nursing leadership and employee training
  • EMR systems and accurate documentation
  • Direct patient support and advocacy
  • Patient care coordination, education, and discharge planning
  • Clinical assessment with evidence-based practice
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Healthcare assignment management and delegation
  • Certified in CPR/AED/BLS/ACLS
  • Ventilator management and tracheostomy care
  • Procedure assistance
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Attention to detail, multitasking abilities, and time management skills
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Excellent communication

Certification

BLS

ACLS

DAISY Award Coordinator

Oversees the entire process of recognizing nurses through the DAISY Award program by guiding the process of collecting nominations from patients, families, and colleagues, often providing resources and templates. Manages the process for the selection committee. Organize and coordinate the presentation of the DAISY Award, including selecting a location, inviting attendees, and ensuring a meaningful celebration for the honoree. Ensure that the organization's staff, patients, and families are aware of the program and its purpose. Works to integrate the DAISY Award into the organization's culture and values, ensuring it reflects the specific mission and priorities of the hospital or healthcare system.

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Manager

Appalachian Regional Hospital
12.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Appalachian Regional Hospital
08.2020 - Current

Nurse Extern

Appalachian Regional Hospital
02.2020 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Galen College of Nursing

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