Karen Carman
Greer,SC
Summary
Dedicated and hard-working Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Cleveland Clinic Marymount Hospital, excelling in patient care, vast clinical experience on Tele/Neuro floor, patient assessments and medication administration in a fast paced environment. Skilled in delivering compassionate care and enhancing patient satisfaction, while also contributing to team development through orienting new nurses.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Marymount Hospital
02.2006 - 07.2024
- 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.
- Safely administered medications following guidelines..
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Environmental Enforcement
City of Cleveland Division of Air Quality
01.2001 - 03.2003
- Conducted thorough inspections of facilities into potential violations of environmental air quality laws, gathering evidence and preparing reports..
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by closely monitoring facilities operations and maintaining accurate records.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OH12.2005
Bachelor Of Arts - Environmental Studies
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH12.2000
Skills
- Direct patient care on a Neuro MedSurg Telemetry floor
- Patient assessments, safety, medication and IV administration
- Professional communication with physicians and ancillary departments to streamline patient care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clear and concise education to patients and their families
- Documentation and charting
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification January 2024
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification October 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic Marymount Hospital
02.2006 - 07.2024
Environmental Enforcement
City of Cleveland Division of Air Quality
01.2001 - 03.2003
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification January 2024
National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification October 2023
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Lorain County Community College
Bachelor Of Arts - Environmental Studies
Cleveland State University
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