Karen Brewer
Eagle River,AK
Summary
Registered Nurse with strong skills in patient assessment and critical thinking. Proficient in vital sign monitoring and medication administration, ensuring high-quality patient care. In-depth knowledge of hospital processes enhances effective healthcare delivery.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Matsu Regional Medical Center
Palmer, AK
11.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Matsu Regional Medical Center
Palmer, AK
01.2016 - 11.2021
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
10.2013 - 12.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
McKay-Dee Hospital
Ogden, Utah
07.2011 - 06.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mark's Hospital
Millcreek, Utah
02.2008 - 07.2011
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University Anchorage Alaska
Anchorage, AK05-2021
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- IV setup
Certification
- NIH
- ECCO
- TNCC
- ACLS/BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Matsu Regional Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Matsu Regional Medical Center
01.2016 - 11.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Providence Alaska Medical Center
10.2013 - 12.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
McKay-Dee Hospital
07.2011 - 06.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
St. Mark's Hospital
02.2008 - 07.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University Anchorage Alaska
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