Karen Maca
Bartlett,IL
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Clinical Supervisor with a proven track record at St Joseph Hospital, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Skilled in clinical leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration, I successfully improved staff competency and optimized patient outcomes, fostering a culture of excellence in nursing care.
Healthcare professional with strong foundation in clinical supervision and patient care. Proven ability to lead nursing teams, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and enhancing patient outcomes. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic healthcare environments with focus on patient-centered care and operational efficiency.
Experienced with clinical supervision, ensuring high standards of patient care and team coordination. Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving to navigate complex clinical situations and improve patient outcomes. Knowledge of healthcare regulations and quality assurance principles, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance.
Professional nurse with comprehensive experience in clinical supervision and patient care. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal outcomes. Adept at adapting to changing needs and maintaining high standards. Skilled in healthcare management, patient assessment, and staff training. Reliable and effective in driving results in fast-paced clinical environments.
Diligent Clinical Nurse Leader with robust background in clinical supervision and patient care management. Successfully led nursing teams, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and improving patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in crisis management and effective team communication.
Registered Nurse with 25 years of experience in direct patient care and nursing management positions in hospital settings. Experience spans across ICU, CCU, CVICU and PCU environments. Active listener with direct communication style and compassionate, non-judgmental approach to build patient trust and rapport. Outside-the-box thinker with strong crisis resolution skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Clinical Supervisor
St Joseph Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Improved patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with physicians, therapists, social workers, case managers, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
- Enhanced staff competency through regular training sessions and performance evaluations.
- Regularly reviewed patient charts to ensure timely interventions were initiated and followed up accordingly.
- Managed staffing needs effectively, ensuring appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios for optimal care delivery.
- Rapid Response Nurse / Lead Code Nurse
- Promoted a safe work environment through consistent adherence to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
- Addressed concerns raised by patients or their families promptly, actively working towards resolutions that met their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and coordinate care.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, advocating for resources and support needed to deliver exceptional patient care.
- Monitored clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness, providing feedback when necessary to maintain high standards of recordkeeping.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by fostering a culture of empathy, compassion, and open communication among staff members.
- Served as a resource for clinical questions, providing guidance based on best practices in nursing care management.
- Reviewed charts weekly to complete quality control checks.
- Collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to devise and manage individualized plans of care.
- Sought opportunities to improve patient care, outcomes and nursing staff performance.
- Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
- Directed day-to-day nursing and operational functions for 15 bed ICU/PCU ensuring exceptional delivery of care when developing well-rounded nursing teams.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
08.2018 - Current
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
- Performed invasive procedures such as central line insertions or arterial catheter placements with precision and confidence when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in ICU
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bolingbrook Hospital
04.2016 - 09.2018
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
Lutheran General Hospital
10.2012 - 01.2016
- Improved patient outcomes through accurate interpretation of vital signs, lab results, and telemetry data for timely intervention.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care during shift changes by providing clear communication regarding patients'' status and needs to incoming nurses.
- Upheld ethical standards in nursing practice by maintaining patient confidentiality, obtaining informed consent before invasive procedures, and advocating for patient autonomy.
- Increased efficiency within the float pool by quickly adapting to various units'' policies and procedures while maintaining exceptional care standards.
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Loyola University Medical Center
08.2001 - 06.2012
- Assisted with invasive CVICU procedures, such as central line placements and pulmonary artery catheter insertions, ensuring aseptic technique and patient comfort throughout the process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in titrating vasoactive medications according to physician orders while closely monitoring hemodynamic parameters for early detection of adverse effects or trends that may require intervention or escalation of care.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management during critical events.
- Participated in daily rounds with physicians, contributing valuable insights into patient conditions based on continuous assessments.
- Managed ventilator settings, invasive lines, and other complex medical equipment, ensuring optimal patient safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12-2000
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety
- Compassionate care
- Clinical supervision
- Nurse leadership
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Staff education
- Demand management
- Admitting support
Accomplishments
- Supervised and lead the ICU during the COVID pandemic
- Daisy Award Winner 2022
- Nominated For Nurse Leader of the Year 2025
Certification
- BSN
- ACLS
- PALS
- NIHHS
Timeline
Nurse Clinical Supervisor
St Joseph Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St Joseph Hospital
08.2018 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bolingbrook Hospital
04.2016 - 09.2018
Critical Care Float Pool Registered Nurse
Lutheran General Hospital
10.2012 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse, CVICU
Loyola University Medical Center
08.2001 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Illinois University
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