Karen Gallegos Garza
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
Boerne,TX
2
Languages
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Experienced Registered Nurse with 9 years of healthcare experience, specializing in kidney transplant coordination. Skilled in care coordination, case management, clinical assessment, and patient education, while fostering multidisciplinary collaboration. Bilingual and Texas Board Certified, focused on delivering effective care tailored to diverse patient needs.
Work History
Kidney Transplant Coordinator
1 Year 4 Months- Coordinate the living donor kidney transplant process from referral through post-donation follow-up.
- Educate donors and recipients on evaluation, surgery, risks, benefits, and post-transplant care.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary transplant team to facilitate donor evaluations and care.
- Schedule and monitor diagnostic testing, consultations, and transplant milestones.
- Assess donor progress, address barriers to donation, and advocate for donor safety and informed consent.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with transplant regulations and program standards.
- Serve as the primary liaison for donors, recipients, physicians, and healthcare teams.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance transplant outcomes and patient care.
Registered Nurse (RN)
4 Years- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and hospital policies for improved patient care.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and recovery processes to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions to support continuity of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Registered Nurse Weekend Supervisor
1 Year 7 Months- Oversee care for approximately 70 residents each weekend shift.
- Led team of nurses and staff, overseeing scheduling and staffing to ensure adequate coverage.
- Ensure care plans are followed in collaboration with case management.
- Monitor nurse and CNA documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Oversee all weekend admissions and perform wound care.
- Trained and educated staff on best practices and procedures, enhancing care quality and compliance.
- Collaborate with physicians and leadership to enforce policies and procedures.
- Provided hospice care and emotional support for residents and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 10 Months- Administered medications and performed wound care as per care plans, ensuring patient safety and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Provided holistic and compassionate care to residents.
- Delivered holistic, compassionate care to residents, enhancing their quality of life and emotional well-being.
- Provided hospice care and emotional support to families, fostering a comforting environment during critical end-of-life transitions.
- Built strong rapport with residents and their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Patient education
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Problem-solving abilities
Time management skills
Patient advocacy
Critical thinking skills
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
Summa Cum Laude Graduate
Certification
- RN License - Texas Board-Certified Registered Nurse
- BLS Certification - Present
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kidney Transplant Coordinator
Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse (RN)
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2025Read More
Registered Nurse Weekend Supervisor
Sava Senior Care
09.2019 - 04.2021Read More
Registered Nurse
Sava Senior Care
11.2017 - 09.2019Read More
Galen College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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San Antonio College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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