Karen Chandler
Lawton,MI
Summary
As a certified Family Nurse Practitioner I provide tailored, comprehensive, compassionate care to a diverse population ages twelve and up. By combining concepts learned in research as well as psychology I aim to encourage patient participation in shared decision making and goal setting to provide positive patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nurse Practitioner
Ascension Borgess Westside Medical Group
06.2020 - Current
- Providing acute and preventative care for ages 12 and up
- Member of Controlled Substance Safety Review Committee
Registered Nurse
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020
- NIH Stroke Certification
- PALS, ACLS, NRP certifications
Registered Nurse
Manatee Memorial Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Designated Nurse Preceptor for new graduate nurses; Coordinated shared governance committee; Analyzed case studies to evaluate strategies to reduce hospital acquired infection; Performed documentation audits and assisted in creating education to improve nursing documentation
Registered Nurse
Lakewood Ranch Medical
02.2014 - 05.2015
- Ensure compliance with Marshall Stelle Total Joint Replacement Program objectives; Perform Charge Nurse Responsibilities; Participate in original research focused on hourly rounding; Create an effective staff schedule based on anticipated census and unit needs
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
05.2012 - 02.2014
- Participated in Unit Based Council improvement projects such as fall reduction initiatives and bedside rounding
Customer Service
Fresh Market
10.2007 - 05.2009
Owner
Chandler Marine, Inc.
10.2005 - 05.2009
Office Manager
Crisis Management Inc.
09.2004 - 10.2005
Research Apprentice
Florida International University Psychology Department
01.2003 - 12.2004
Fundraising Coordinator
Shake-A-Leg Miami
09.2002 - 01.2003
Research Assistant
University of Miami Psychology Department
09.2000 - 05.2002
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
St. Charles, IL09.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL05.2011
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL05.2002
Affiliations
- Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners, 09/2018, present
- Florida Nurse Practitioner Network, 08/2016, present
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 08/2019, present
Licensure Certification Training
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification, F10191219, 10/2024
- Registered Nurse, MI, 4704338231, 10/2024
- Registered Nurse, FL, RN9328095, 04/2025
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 05/2025
Nurse Practitioner Practicum Experience
- Family Practice/Primary Care, Kelly Pasch, FNP-C, Portage, MI, 125 hours
- Family Practice/Primary Care, Christine Nault, FNP-C, Tenkonsha, MI, 50 hours
- Family Practice/Primary Care, Amy Babcock, FNP-C, Battle Creek, MI, 75 hours
- Family Practice/Primary Care, Fran Keller, FNP-C, Pensacola, FL, 375 hours
Np Skills
- Comprehensive assessments encompassing past/present medical history, genetics, and psychosocial background
- Compassionate interview techniques aimed to establish therapeutic rapport
- Careful clinical judgment in differential diagnosis, prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
- Understanding of appropriate stewardship and allocation of resources for maximum value of care
- Promoting optimum health in both acute and chronic health conditions
- Preparing thorough patient care plans and discharge instructions
- Experienced in Cerner, AthenaHealth, and Epic EMRs
- Office Procedures including small lesion removal, suturing, cryotherapy, cautery
Volunteer Experience
- American Red Cross of West Michigan, 01/2018, present
- Palm Beach County Emergency Management, 08/2011, 05/2017
- Switchboard of Miami Crisis Hotline, 06/2001, 08/2002
Timeline
Family Nurse Practitioner
Ascension Borgess Westside Medical Group
06.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bronson Lakeview Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Manatee Memorial Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
Lakewood Ranch Medical
02.2014 - 05.2015
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
05.2012 - 02.2014
Customer Service
Fresh Market
10.2007 - 05.2009
Owner
Chandler Marine, Inc.
10.2005 - 05.2009
Office Manager
Crisis Management Inc.
09.2004 - 10.2005
Research Apprentice
Florida International University Psychology Department
01.2003 - 12.2004
Fundraising Coordinator
Shake-A-Leg Miami
09.2002 - 01.2003
Research Assistant
University of Miami Psychology Department
09.2000 - 05.2002
Master of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
University of Miami
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