Karen Ciero
Kill Devil Hills,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Outer Banks Health Hospital, recognized for enhancing patient care through compassionate support and strong clinical judgment. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices, mentor junior staff, and improve patient satisfaction by 30%. Skilled in medication administration and fostering team collaboration for optimal outcomes.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Assistant Nurse Manager position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Outer Banks Health Hospital
08.2011 - Current
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to laboring patients, ensuring safety and comfort throughout delivery process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized birth plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, promptly addressing any abnormalities to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Educated expectant families on labor progression, pain management options, and postpartum care strategies.
- Assisted in performing emergency interventions during high-risk deliveries while maintaining calm environment for families.
- Mentored junior nurses and nursing students, fostering professional growth and enhancing team competency in labor and delivery practices.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
- Participated in regular departmental meetings, providing valuable insight and suggestions for improvement.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Director of Labor and Delivery
Outer Banks Health Hospital
08.2006 - 08.2011
- Led strategic initiatives to improve patient care delivery and operational efficiency.
- Directed multidisciplinary teams in implementing evidence-based practices and clinical protocols.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop long-term strategic plans for health service expansion.
- Facilitated training programs focused on leadership development and team cohesion across departments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by writing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery
Albemarle Hospital
05.1992 - 08.2006
- Coordinated patient care during labor and delivery, ensuring safety and comfort for mothers and newborns.
- Monitored maternal vital signs and fetal heart rates, responding to changes rapidly to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Educated expectant families on labor processes, pain management options, and postpartum care resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans tailored to patients' needs.
- Mentored junior nurses in advanced clinical skills, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Performed charge nurse responsibilities
Education
Nursing
University of NC At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-1992
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient evaluation
- Precepting
- Team coordination
- Maintaining privacy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Outer Banks Health Hospital
08.2011 - Current
Director of Labor and Delivery
Outer Banks Health Hospital
08.2006 - 08.2011
Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery
Albemarle Hospital
05.1992 - 08.2006
Nursing
University of NC At Chapel Hill
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