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Karen Fifield

Exeter,NH

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Phillips Academy, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and strong clinical judgment. Adept at advocating for patients and families, ensuring optimal health outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.


Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Phillips Academy
09.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Nurse

Cooperative Middle School Stratham
09.2017 - 12.2020
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.

Nurse

Exeter Hospital Oncology Authorization Cooridinator
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes. Provided data and collected provider assessment for authorization of insurance approval for chemo therapy.

Nurse

Core Pediatrics
03.1998 - 08.2015
  • Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.

Education

Nursing

Great Bay Community College
Stratham, NH
05-2004

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Care plan development
  • Licensed RN

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Phillips Academy
09.2022 - Current

Nurse

Cooperative Middle School Stratham
09.2017 - 12.2020

Nurse

Exeter Hospital Oncology Authorization Cooridinator
08.2015 - 08.2017

Nurse

Core Pediatrics
03.1998 - 08.2015

Nursing

Great Bay Community College