Karen Huggins
North Richland Hills,TX
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Medical City Alliance and Texas Health Mansfield, showcasing expertise in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrates exceptional compassion and empathy, enhancing patient satisfaction. Skilled in mentoring new staff and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for comprehensive care plans. Achieved significant improvements in patient care quality and efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse / Nursery / NICU / Postpartum
Texas Health Mansfield
08.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse / Med Surge /Night Shift Charge Nurse
Medical City Alliance
07.2019 - 02.2024
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Patient Care Technician
Medical City Alliance
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX05-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
- Family education
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- STABLE certification
- NRP certified
- Certified Postpartum Doula
Timeline
Registered Nurse / Nursery / NICU / Postpartum
Texas Health Mansfield
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse / Med Surge /Night Shift Charge Nurse
Medical City Alliance
07.2019 - 02.2024
Patient Care Technician
Medical City Alliance
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- STABLE certification
- NRP certified
- Certified Postpartum Doula
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College
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