KAREN GRAFF
Sentara
Gloucester,VA
1
Certification
31
years of professional experience
With over 15 years of experience in acute nursing, skilled in critical thinking, cardiac patient care, and leadership, I'm ready to seize a new role in leadership. I'm a compassionate professional, with proven ability to mentor staff, resolve conflicts, and ensure patient safety through effective communication and collaboration.
Work History
NIHSS
13 Years 11 Months- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Contributed to the Resource Team for 14 years, cross-trained and worked in various roles on acute units in the hospital, including Cath Lab, Radiology, ED, ICU, Cardiology, Cardiac IMC/Telemetry, Oncology, Orthopedics, and Emergency Pediatrics.
- NIH, Telemetry, ACLS, BLS, and Trauma care proficiency.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal and safe patient outcomes.
- Assisted new nurses during the orientation process by providing positive encouragement and guidance on safety, processes, and protocols.
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts between staff members and patients or families.
- Collaborated with other departments throughout the hospital system to facilitate continuity of care for our patients.
- Provided emotional support to patients, families, and peers to help navigate difficult circumstances.
- Provided leadership during times of change or crisis to maintain operational stability.
- Served as a strong role model for proper techniques when dealing with challenging situations in the hospital setting.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Full time
2 Years 1 Month- Coordinated staff schedules, daily assignments, quality control, policy education, and compliance supervision to enhance unit operations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of surgical patients and prioritized care plans for patient-centered care.
- Monitored and documented status of surgical drains, pain pumps, and incisions to support optimal healing and patient recovery.
- Administered medications and monitored responses, ensuring safe, accurate treatment delivery.
Manager
8 Years 1 Month- Trained and coached team members on procedures, guest service, and operational policies to enhance team performance
- Promptly resolved conflicts within the store and customer concerns
- Made sure the store ran smoothly and maintained a high standard of safety, sanitation, and product quality
- Created monthly employee schedules for day and night shift to ensure adequate staffing and operational efficiency
- Conducted monthly product inventory and truck orders for supplies
Education
BSN - Nursing
ADN - Nursing
Skills
Patient-centered care
Critical cardiac care
Telemetry interpretation
Coronary intervention
Cardiac catheterization care
Advanced wound care
Department leadership and supervision
Charge nurse
Preceptor for new staff
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Task delegation
Schedule management
Resolving conflicts
Certification
BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, Trauma, Current RN License, Virginia.
Projects and Committees
- Nurse Excellence Committee
- Magnet Ambassador
- Employee of the Quarter, September 2024
- Daisy Nomination x2
- Create Employee Recognition Projects
Timeline
NIHSS
Sentara
11.2012 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, Full time
Sentara
10.2010 - 11.2012Read More
Manager
McDonald's, Full-time
12.1995 - 01.2004Read More
Rappahannock Community College
ADN from Nursing
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Herzing University
BSN from Nursing
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