Karen Goike
Eau Claire
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Eau Claire Medical Clinic, excelling in patient advocacy and team leadership. Proven ability in conflict resolution and quality improvement, spearheading initiatives that enhanced care efficiency. Recognized for strong clinical judgment and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Eau Claire Medical Clinic Sc
07.1989 - 01.2025
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Advocated for patient needs within the healthcare organization, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resource allocation and service delivery.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, CMAs, and ancillary staff.
- Streamlined patient care processes for increased efficiency and improved quality of care.
- Facilitated open communication among team members by conducting regular staff meetings and encouraging feedback from all levels of personnel.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
- In 2006, was instrumental in starting the cardiology program at the clinic.
Registered Nurse
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital
06.1980 - 07.1989
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Senario College
Ladysmith, WI05-1984
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Wisconsin Technical College
La Crosse, WI05-1980
Skills
- Customer service
- Nursing staff management
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Quality improvement
- Process improvements
- Physician collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Eau Claire Medical Clinic Sc
07.1989 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse
HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital
06.1980 - 07.1989
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mount Senario College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Wisconsin Technical College
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