Karen Henderson
WellStar Kennestone Hospital-Acute Care
Marietta,GA
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Work History
Registered Nurse
6 Months- Administer medications and treatments according to physicians' orders and established protocols.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educate patients and families on health management, treatment options, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Implement quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and care delivery processes.
- Demonstrate flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 Years 10 Months- Deliver safe, quality, professional patient care visits within patients' home or facility in compliance with physician orders under the direction of the RN supervisor.
- Provided patient care and education through timely, accurate documentation and communication in the medical record with physician, healthcare team, patient, and caregiver to ensure cohesive care.
- Observed and assessed changes in patient condition, home status, medication changes, and responses to interventions, facilitating education for patients and caregivers.
- Use aseptic techniques to provide sterilized, peripheral line dressing changes/infusions, foley catheter insertion/care, wound care/vac treatment and dressing applications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
1 Year 7 Months- Assessed and managed patient's direct care needs following physician orders using nursing process.
- Coordinated and collaborated with health care team to develop and revise individual care plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
- Administer safe, efficient, oral, topical, intravenous medication, tracheostomy care completed with accurate, required documentation within established time frame.
- Supervised and assisted certified nursing assistants to ensure high quality patient care, serving as LPN preceptor.
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
3 Years 5 Months- Facilitated and managed admissions, discharges, and transfers for inpatient and outpatient services.
- Coordinated and scheduled high acuity Pre-Admission Testing Consults, TRICARE, and Managed Care.
- Assisted Veterans and their families, along with funeral homes, by providing burial services information, insurance details, and discharge information for Decedent Affairs.
Certified Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
2 Years 9 Months- Conducted intake triage, monitored vitals, and facilitated mental health screenings for patients.
- Observe, assess, report all behavior physical and emotional changes refer deviation in relation to patient, report to license staff immediately, exercise patient and staff safety precautions.
- Observe, assess, report all behavior physical and emotional changes refer deviation in relation to patient, report to licensed staff immediately, exercise patient and staff safety precautions.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Skills
Decision making with sound judgment
good organizational and time management
Excellent verbal and written communication
HIPAA compliant
Strong clinical
interpersonal
analytical
Ability to work autonomously
with self-regulation
efficiency and productivity
Utilize available resources efficiently and effectively; with ability to prioritize work load
Exhibits leadership in creating environment of teamwork and shared accountability
Proficient in Microsoft Office
VistA
CPRS
HCHB
Epic
Electronic Medical Record
Certification
- Registered Nurse-713734-Multistate
- License Practical Nurse-098950-Multistate
- BLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
WellStar Kennestone Hospital-Acute Care
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Centerwell Home Health
02.2022 - 12.2025Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Wellstar Health System
06.2020 - 01.2022Read More
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
The Veterans Administration Hospital
11.2015 - 04.2019Read More
Certified Psychiatric Nursing Assistant
Veterans Administration Hospital
10.2012 - 07.2015Read More
Chattahoochee Technical College
Associate of Science from Registered Nurse
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Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
Diploma from Licensed Practical Nurse
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