Karen Butler
Courtland,VA
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
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tang and Company: CAREonsite
09.2025 - Current
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and data management.
- This is a remote work from home position
- Performed over the phone assessments
- Answering incoming calls to triage injured employees.
- Collaborate with providers to give the best possible care to the injured employees.
- Follow up with injured employees
Registered Nurse
Sentara Obici Hospital
Suffolk, VA
06.2008 - Current
- Educated patients on health management, medication usage, and preventive care practices.
- Assisted in wound care procedures, ensuring proper hygiene and infection control measures.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and stay updated on best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family Medicine Associates
Suffolk, VA
12.2003 - 05.2008
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heartland Home Health and Hospice
Suffolk, VA
03.2007 - 09.2007
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Paul D Camp Community College
Franklin05-2008
No Degree - Nursing
Southampton Memorial Hospital School of Practical Nursing
Franklin09-2002
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Epic
- Patient education and counseling
- Strong clinical judgment
- Documentation and charting
- Care planning
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient care planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tang and Company: CAREonsite
09.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sentara Obici Hospital
06.2008 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Heartland Home Health and Hospice
03.2007 - 09.2007
Licensed Practical Nurse
Family Medicine Associates
12.2003 - 05.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Paul D Camp Community College
No Degree - Nursing
Southampton Memorial Hospital School of Practical Nursing