karen Calhoun
Holt
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with expertise in endoscopy procedures with a strong background in cardiac care and monitoring. Skilled in patient care, medical documentation, and clinical assessments. Known for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to changing needs. Adept at using advanced medical technology and maintaining high standards in patient safety and care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital - Endoscopy
08.2018 - Current
- Administered patient care during endoscopic procedures including colonoscopies, EGDs, ERCPs and endoscopic ultrasound.
- Assisted in non-endoscopic procedures including manometry, pH studies, flexible bronchoscopy and robotic bronchoscopy.
- Demonstrated competency in administration and monitoring of moderate sedation.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions pre- and post-procedure.
- Reduced procedure times by efficiently preparing patients, rooms, and equipment for endoscopic procedures.
- Meticulously maintained endoscopic equipment in line with manufacturer recommendations, ensuring optimal performance during procedures.
Registered Nurse
McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital - Labor and Delivery
08.2012 - 08.2018
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, ensuring prompt identification of potential complications.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during labor, delivery, and postpartum periods.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Provided effective postpartum care, educating new parents on infant care essentials such as feeding, bathing, and safety practices.
- Supported breastfeeding mothers by providing lactation assistance and education on breastfeeding with supplemental bottle feeding as needed.
Registered Nurse
McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital - Cardiac Step Down
05.2006 - 08.2012
- Assisted in patient assessments, treatments, medication administration and documentation on a cardiac step down unit for patients following cardiac procedures as well as patients admitted for cardiac m
- Delivered high level of quality care as a charge nurse in cardiac care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Used critical thinking skills in assessing patients and implementing physician orders while delegating appropriate tasks to supportive personnel.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI05-2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
- ALS Certified - American Red Cross, certification # X3MBSS, expires January 31, 2027.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital - Endoscopy
08.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital - Labor and Delivery
08.2012 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse
McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital - Cardiac Step Down
05.2006 - 08.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lansing Community College