Karen Escobar, BSN, RN
Summary
Versatile registered nurse with several years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital/UCI Health 2023
Fountain Valley, California
11.2013 - Current
- Provided direct comprehensive critical care to patient ages 37 weeks up to 22 years of age with acute and chronic illness
- Critical care transport via ground ambulance level II and III interfacility throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties
- Served as a resource for staff on pediatric ICU nursing best practices, enhancing team knowledge and patient care.
- Assisted in emergency procedures during life-threatening situations.
- Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines for pediatric intensive care unit nursing care.
- Assisted with intubations, chest tube insertions, and other invasive procedures.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed within the PICU environment.
- Proficiently trained in Pediatrics with ratio of 1:4, Post Partum up to 4 couplets, and NICU 1:2 acuity and 1:3 in wide range of diagnoses
- Leadership- Clinical Ladder II to UCI Clinical Ladder IV in August 2025
- Coordinated patient care and managed nursing staff as charge nurse in Pediatrics and PICU, ensuring effective operation and high-quality care.
- Ensured high quality patient care, organizing, planning directing nursing activities within both units
- Collaborated in development of policies, mentored staff, led performance improvement initiatives, and supported continuing education to enhance nursing standards.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment plans.
LVN
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital
Fountain Valley, CA
05.2003 - 07.2012
- Primary care of 4 patients on the pediatric floor, 5 patients' post-partum, couplets of 3-4, up to 8 well newborns in the nursery
- Skilled with trachs, G-tubes, NG tubes, enteral feeds, wound care, dressing changes, IV therapy, PO/IM administration
- Proficient with well baby and breast feeding teaching, c-section care, administering vaccines, pku, hyperbilirubinemia, circ. care
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus, in an acute care setting, while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery, provided education to patients on medications, recovery, pre and post op, coping skills, and community resources
- Implemented total patient care through a 'team' nursing process consisting of accurately documenting all elements of nursing assessments, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, economic, and lifestyle factors necessary for patient care
- Coordinated with Doctors and Registered Nurses to develop plans of care to ensure the overall well-being of each patient
CNA
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital
Fountain Valley, CA
05.2002 - 05.2003
- Supported registered nurses in Pediatrics, Adult Medical Surgical, ER, DOU, Oncology, and Post-Partum by providing essential patient care assistance.
- Recorded patients’ vital signs, monitored intake and output, collected specimens, and observed response to care to ensure accurate patient assessment.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks including bathing, dressing, eating, and grooming to promote dignity and comfort.
- Executed repositioning and range of motion exercises to enhance healing and improve patient comfort.
CNA
Hoag Presbyterian Hospital
Newport Beach, CA
09.2000 - 07.2001
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs, blood sugar levels, and intake/output to support clinical decision-making.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living
- Offered emotional support to patients and families, respecting cultural and religious beliefs to promote holistic care.
- Maintained cleanliness and comfort of patient rooms through regular inspections and organization to enhance patient experience.
- Assisted RNs on the Pulmonary floor, Adult Medical Surgical
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Denver, CO12-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA05-2013
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Pacific College
Costa Mesa, CA01-2003
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Coastline Regional Occupational Program
Costa Mesa, CA07-2000
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Care coordination
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Joint Commission Tracers
- Resource allocation
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Shared governance
References
EXCELLENT REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Active Certifications And Licenses
- California RN License 846182
- American Heart Association Certifications: PALS, ACLS, BLS
- American Academy of Pediatrics: NRP
- NIHSS Certification
- California IV - State Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital/UCI Health 2023
11.2013 - Current
LVN
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital
05.2003 - 07.2012
CNA
Fountain Valley Regional Hospital
05.2002 - 05.2003
CNA
Hoag Presbyterian Hospital
09.2000 - 07.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Saddleback College
Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Pacific College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Coastline Regional Occupational Program