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Karen Abramowitz

registered nurse
Wellington,FL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Recovery Unplugged
Lake Worth, FL
10.2018 - Current
  • Provided care for patients suffering from chemical addictions and mental health diagnoses
  • Completed admissions for a 180 client facility
  • Responsible for all teaching and discharge planning
  • Administered medications and transcribed orders in a fast paced environment.

Psychiatric Nurse- Psychiatric Emergency Room

JFK Medical Center
West Palm Beach
03.2004 - 10.2018
  • Promoted safety, support and education to patients and families coping with mental illness
  • Managed emergent, emotional and sometimes volatile psychiatric crises
  • Administered emergency medication
  • Completed admission assessments
  • Conducted therapeutic communication daily
  • Completed precertification qualification with insurance companies for admission
  • Consulted with behavioral health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for patients
  • Acted as a resource and educator for patients in need of mental health services and information regarding their diagnosis.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN -

Jacksonville University

Associate of Science in Nursing, ASN - undefined

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Communicates effectively and demonstrates age appropriate skills with diverse audiences including professional staff, patients and the community
  • Experience with teaching groups and individuals in outpatient and inpatient settings
  • Experience with utilization review, ICD9 codes, ASAM and precertification with insurance companies
  • 25 years experience in the mental health field including detox, eating disorders, and all psychiatric diagnoses with children, adults and seniors

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, Florida
  • CPI certified
  • BLS certified
  • Compact nursing license

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Recovery Unplugged
10.2018 - Current

Psychiatric Nurse- Psychiatric Emergency Room

JFK Medical Center
03.2004 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN -

Jacksonville University

Associate of Science in Nursing, ASN - undefined

Drexel University

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