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Karen Boone

Karen Boone

Greenville,SC

Summary

Dedicated Aesthetic Registered Nurse with 27 years of experience excelling in procedural and perioperative settings. Committed to patient safety and comfort before, during and following procedures. Works with physicians in elective cosmetic procedures, including laser and minimally-invasive treatments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Aesthetic Registered Nurse

Doctor For Life /Youthful You
10.2020 - Current


  • Standardized procedures and improved quality care and outcomes through Aeshetic services
  • Collaborated with patients to develop individualized plans for patients.
  • Researched and compiled daily reports and patient statistical data for improvement in Aesthetic Medicine. Documenting assessment results, interventions, medications and treatment changes.

Aesthetic Registered Nurse

MedAge
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Prepared referrals to other healthcare professionals and clinics based on evaluations, budgets and needs.
  • Standardized procedures and improved efficiency through cataloging of surgical services equipment, eliminating discrepancies and shortages.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate and implement individual care plans.
  • Researched and compiled daily reports and patient statistical data for surgical services, documenting assessment results, interventions, medications and treatment changes.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Performed thorough examinations and assisted in development of treatment plans in coordination with specialists.
  • Directed quality assurance program focused on meeting hospital and clinical standards for patient and staff safety.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Registered Nurse

Apex Allergy
02.2011 - 10.2014
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Registered Nurse Hospital Supervisor

Prisma Health
06.1999 - 01.2009
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Managed infection control and critical incidents and made procedural changes and improvements.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

Registered Nurse, Oncology

Prisma Health
08.1996 - 07.1999
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Education

Master Of Science - Nursing Practice

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Nursing

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Nursing Education

South University
Savannah, GA

Associates Degree - Nursing Science

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC

Skills

  • Specialized Healthcare Referrals
  • Patient Care Oversight
  • Administer Medication

Timeline

Aesthetic Registered Nurse

Doctor For Life /Youthful You
10.2020 - Current

Aesthetic Registered Nurse

MedAge
10.2018 - 07.2019

Registered Nurse

Apex Allergy
02.2011 - 10.2014

Registered Nurse Hospital Supervisor

Prisma Health
06.1999 - 01.2009

Registered Nurse, Oncology

Prisma Health
08.1996 - 07.1999

Master Of Science - Nursing Practice

Walden University

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Nursing

Walden University

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Nursing Education

South University

Associates Degree - Nursing Science

Greenville Technical College
Karen Boone