Karen Hoffman
Nassau,NY
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and solution-driven, with focus on delivering exceptional care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Virtual Nurse
St. Peter’s Hospital/Samaritan Hospital
Albany, NY
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Currently with an unrestricted New York State Registered Nurse License since August 2007.
- Former Senior Virtual Nurse, providing care virtually/remotely to patients by providing nursing-related support.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety measures. Monitoring Vancomycin levels and heparin protocol adherence.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on clinical procedures and best practices.
Clinical Instructor/Clinical Adjunct
Utica University
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Former Nursing Clinical Instructor for Utica University College of Nursing in the Advanced Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Teaching hands-on clinical experience to 1st and 2nd semester students at St. Peter’s Hospital 4 Mcauley and 4 Pavilion.
First Choice Registered Nurse
St. Peter’s Hospital
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Former staff nurse with direct patient care on an acute setting at St. Peter’s Hospital and Samaritan Hospital as First Choice Registered Nurse, contracted on both facilities, worked as bedside nurse and nurse leader at St. Peter’s Hospital 4McAuley and 4 Pavilion 4Gab 4Nolan, Samaritan Hospital PCU, Pavilion 4 and Pavilion 5.
- Care of the adult cardiac, respiratory and medical surgical patient from the above mentioned departments, acute and chronic diseases including high telemetry, stroke, CHF, Arrythmias, COPD, Diabetes other medical diseases.
Nurse Case Manager, Remote/WAH
Aetna, a CVS Health Company
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Former Nurse Care Manager for Aetna Health Insurance, Hospital Vertical team, Remote Case manager for multiple states for tele health, 24 hour nurse and Nurse case manager.
- RN License active with FL, ID, MO, MA, OH, IL, PA.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and develop tailored interventions.
- Facilitated communication among multidisciplinary teams to enhance collaboration and improve patient support.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving health conditions and feedback.
IV nurse/PICC nurse
Berkshire Medical Center
03.2014 - 12.2016
- Former IV nurse/PICC nurse with the IV team at Berkshire Medical Center. IV team and phlebotomy tasks both day shift/night shift. PICC line insertions for inpatient clients.
- Care of the covid 19 patient - float nurse to 4Pavillion and 5McAuley. Isolation and proper precaution observation and care of positive COVID 19 patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, PhilippinesSkills
- Efficient in Clinical documentation using Epic and Sorian with patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- Care plan formation and implementation suited for patients care and needs using teledoc to visualize and communicate with
- Care coordination with fellow nurses, care managers, providers and other members of the care team
- Team leader responsible for patient/floor coverage assignments and allocation among colleagues/other virtual nurses
- Initiate referrals necessary for patient's care virtually using teledoc, microsoft teams and Epic Haiku,
- Advocate for patients through virtual engagement, teledoc encounters
- Proficient in data entry such as patient information in EMR,
Timeline
Senior Virtual Nurse
St. Peter’s Hospital/Samaritan Hospital
02.2024 - 03.2026
Clinical Instructor/Clinical Adjunct
Utica University
06.2022 - 06.2024
First Choice Registered Nurse
St. Peter’s Hospital
06.2021 - 02.2024
Nurse Case Manager, Remote/WAH
Aetna, a CVS Health Company
01.2016 - 09.2019
IV nurse/PICC nurse
Berkshire Medical Center
03.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas