Karen Boykin
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient care experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Vibra Hospital Of Charleston
Mount Pleasant, SC
04.2022 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Cared for patient's on ventilators
LPN
PresentHazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Hazard , KY
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Provided pre-op and post-op care
- Monitored patient's on telemetry and correctly interpreted rhythm strips
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care of 6 patients through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
LPN
Walter Reuther Psychiatric Hospital
Westland, MI
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Medication administration and documentation of up to 36 patients
- Administration of emergency psychiatric medications
- Monitor patients for behavioral changes and/or reactions to medications.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Conducted therapy for mentally ill patients in group and individual settings to assist patients in achieving normalcy.
LPN
Wellpath
Adrian, MI
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Healthcall Of Detroit
Royal Oak, MI
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
- Identified health issues while at home care visits and contacted patient's physician to discuss best method for resolution.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Communicated with patients and family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising RN
- Introduced changes to patient care plans based on regular evaluations and patient changes.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
LPN
Maxim Healthcare, Home Health
Brentwood, TN
04.2014 - 01.2018
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Handled medication administration, ventilation monitoring and wound care.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
Bethesda, MD
06.2003 - 04.2014
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in Medical, Pediatric, Surgical and Trauma critical care units.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by monitoring PA catheters, CVP and arterial lines, titration of vasoactive drugs and thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management
Licensed Practical Nurse
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
Nashville, TN
01.2000 - 06.2003
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by monitoring PA catheters and arterial lines, titration of vasoactive drugs and thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and management of chest tubes
LPN
Livingston Regional Hospital
Livingston, TN
05.1997 - 01.2000
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee Technological Center
Livingston, TN04.1997
Skills
- Wound Dressing
- Conditions Reporting
- Intravenous Medications
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritizing
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Specimen Results Interpretation
- Time Management
- IV Insertion
- Critical Thinking
- Quality Assessments
Accomplishments
*Preceptorship award - Walter Reed Army Medical Center
*Award for providing exemplary patient care- presented by the Hospital Commander @ Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse 1997-present
- ACLS 1998-2016
- BLS 1996-present
- PALS 2003-2016
Timeline
LPN
Vibra Hospital Of Charleston
04.2022 - Current
LPN
PresentHazard ARH Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - 01.2022
LPN
Walter Reuther Psychiatric Hospital
04.2020 - 11.2021
LPN
Wellpath
08.2019 - 04.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Healthcall Of Detroit
01.2018 - 01.2020
LPN
Maxim Healthcare, Home Health
04.2014 - 01.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
06.2003 - 04.2014
Licensed Practical Nurse
TriStar Centennial Medical Center
01.2000 - 06.2003
LPN
Livingston Regional Hospital
05.1997 - 01.2000
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Tennessee Technological Center
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