Karen Gordon
Decatur,Georgia
Summary
A certified Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Pediatrics. Proficient in patient and family education regarding managing acute and chronic health conditions. Self-directed professional with superior problem-solving, communication, and management skills. Successful in prioritizing tasks and organizing projects to improve the quality of patient care.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NURSE PRACTITIONER- Neonatology
Emory University- Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2006 - Current
- Nurse Practitioner in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; admission through discharge
- Provided comprehensive physical examinations, including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated with members of multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated services for complex cases.
- Managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of various disorders and diseases.
- Collaborated with physicians to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
Decatur Pediatric Group
Clarkston, Georgia
10.2003 - 05.2006
- A private practice setting, serving a multicultural community
- Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions.
- Prescribed medications according to established protocols and reviewed medication dosages with parents or guardians.
- Reviewed laboratory results and imaging studies to determine appropriate course of action for each patient.
REGISTERED TRAVELING NURSE
C2 Professional Services, L.L.C
Edgewater, Maryland
05.2003 - 09.2003
- Travel Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Children's Hospital Central California, Madera, California
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal care for each patient.
- Assessed changes in patients' condition and reported any abnormalities to physicians immediately.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or life-altering events.
PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
Decatur Pediatric Group
Clarkston, Georgia
09.1999 - 04.2003
- A private practice setting, serving a multicultural community
- Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions.
- Communicated with family members and guardians about children's health.
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
- Evaluated infants and children's growth and development against average childhood patterns.
- Prescribed medications according to established protocols and reviewed medication dosages with parents or guardians.
- Educated parents on proper nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention for their children.
REGISTERED NURSE
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
11.1997 - 07.1999
- Registered nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
South Dekalb Pediatrics
Decatur, Georgia
11.1996 - 10.1997
- Private pediatric practice
- Examined patients and studied symptoms to diagnose conditions.
- Prescribed medications according to established protocols and reviewed medication dosages with parents or guardians.
- Evaluated infants and children's growth and development against average childhood patterns.
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
- Communicated with family members and guardians about children's health.
Registered Nurse
Grady Healthcare System
Atlanta, GA
10.1991 - 11.1996
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice Student - Nursing
EMORY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NURSING
Atlanta, GA12-2023
Master of Science - Pediatric Nursing
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Atlanta, GA06-1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA
Augusta, GA06-1990
Skills
- NRP and BLS certified
- Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - NCBPNP
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP)
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau
- Doctoral Poster Presentation
Affiliations
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., active involvement with public service and social action involvement
- International Education Consultant with the Tanzania Project
- Member of Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Association (NAPNAP)
- `Member of the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN)
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NURSE PRACTITIONER- Neonatology
Emory University- Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
06.2006 - Current
PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
Decatur Pediatric Group
10.2003 - 05.2006
REGISTERED TRAVELING NURSE
C2 Professional Services, L.L.C
05.2003 - 09.2003
PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
Decatur Pediatric Group
09.1999 - 04.2003
REGISTERED NURSE
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
11.1997 - 07.1999
PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER
South Dekalb Pediatrics
11.1996 - 10.1997
Registered Nurse
Grady Healthcare System
10.1991 - 11.1996
Doctorate of Nursing Practice Student - Nursing
EMORY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF NURSING
Master of Science - Pediatric Nursing
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GEORGIA
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP)
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