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Karen Den Braven

Brighton

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated RN with extensive Accomplished in medication administration and patient assessment at Beaumont Farmington Hills, with a focus on optimizing patient health and safety. Proficient in conducting thorough evaluations and developing tailored care plans, leading to measurable improvements in patient well-being. Effective team player with a track record of fostering collaborative healthcare environments.t. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and quality improvement initiatives. Adept at developing care plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff RN

J AND B MEDICAL
Wixom
10.2023 - Current
  • Identified customer needs to enhance service delivery effectively.

Conducted patient interviews to gather medical history and current health issues.

  • Accurately documented patient medical history, updating records in a timely manner.
  • Addressed customer requests and inquiries to improve satisfaction levels.
  • Organized and prioritized tasks to achieve service objectives efficiently.

RN

WellBridge-Brighton
Brighton
05.2023 - 11.2024
  • Assist residents with all care needs
  • Medication administration, wound care
  • Engage with Residents and their families and provide physical, emotional, social and mental support
  • Collaborated with entire nursing team, Physicians and PT to ensure the highest level of patient care and satisfaction.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients to thrive in
  • Follow Physician orders and Care Plans as ordered
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.

Call Center Nurse

IHA
09.2016 - 04.2023
  • Assess symptoms presented by patient and determine level of care to initiate.
  • Adhere to strict protocols while using clinical judgment
  • Schedule appointments via EPIC as needed.
  • Charge Nurse
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in nursing specialty.
  • Maintained accurate records of all calls received and actions taken in response.
  • Assessed caller's needs and provided appropriate education on health topics.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Collected data to represent symptom onset, presenting problem and medical diagnoses.
  • Implemented quality assurance protocols within the call center environment.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Evaluated patient histories and current symptoms to determine the best course of action.
  • Responded to questions regarding medications, dosage, side effects and interactions.
  • Provided medical advice and support to callers in need of assistance with health-related inquiries.
  • Analyzed discussed symptoms with established protocols to determine patient acuity.
  • Developed strategies for improving customer service standards across the board.
  • Communicated triage information to primary care team to discuss disposition.
  • Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.
  • Educated patients relative to health care urgency and community resources available to meet needs.

Practice Manager III

Beaumont Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills
04.2010 - 04.2020
  • Company Overview: Comprehensive OB/GYN, Premier OBGYN, OBGYN Resident Clinic and MFM Clinic
  • Managing daily operations in multiple Physician Practices
  • Managing budgets, finances including payroll
  • Hiring, and supervising staff, performance reviews
  • Revenue cycle
  • Meaningful use and population health
  • Review and evaluate monthly statistical reports and make recommendations for revenue cycle initiatives.
  • Receive and resolve patient concerns with Physicians and staff.
  • Participate in Joint Commission Steering Committee
  • Develop and lead process improvements and monitor outcomes.
  • Attend monthly and quarterly meetings and coordinate regular office meetings with staff and Physicians.
  • Serve as operational backup within the Practice as needed.
  • Comprehensive OB/GYN, Premier OBGYN, OBGYN Resident Clinic and MFM Clinic

Progressive Care RN

Beaumont Farmington Hills
Farmington Hills
05.2008 - 04.2010
  • Assessing and monitoring vitals, telemetry, detecting changes and performing interventions when required.
  • Ensured Patient safety and performed all aspects of primary bed side nursing
  • Monitoring and administering prescribed medication and titration of drug doses as prescribed, wound care, insert catheters, start or change IV's
  • Coordinated care with a multi-discipline team of physicians, technicians, and care providers.
  • Review charts, labs, plans of care, chart documentation
  • Adhere to policy and procedures
  • Patient satisfaction

Education

Associate Degree - Nursing

Wayne County Community College
Detroit, MI
05.2008

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessment and education
  • Care plan development
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Wound care and infection control
  • Electronic health records management
  • Quality improvement initiatives
  • Customer service excellence
  • Team coordination and collaboration
  • Multitasking proficiency
  • Effective communication skills
  • Accurate documentation

Certification

Michigan, 4704267873, 08/08/23

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Staff RN

J AND B MEDICAL
10.2023 - Current

RN

WellBridge-Brighton
05.2023 - 11.2024

Call Center Nurse

IHA
09.2016 - 04.2023

Practice Manager III

Beaumont Farmington Hills
04.2010 - 04.2020

Progressive Care RN

Beaumont Farmington Hills
05.2008 - 04.2010

Associate Degree - Nursing

Wayne County Community College