Karen Manfre

Work in a level 3 NICU caring for premature and full term neonates requiring care with ventilator assistance, and all illnesses in the newborn period.

Order and interpret diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.

• Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
• Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
• Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
• Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
• Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in the care
• Ensured accurate diagnoses by ordering appropriate diagnostic tests and interpreting results efficiently.
• Optimized time management skills to prioritize urgent cases while maintaining high-quality care for all patients.
• Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring proper preparation of operating room equipment and patient positioning for optimal outcomes.
• Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
• Conducted rounds in hospitals and nursing homes to check on admitted patients and provide care.
• Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
• Assisted physicians during surgeries and other medical procedures to treat patients appropriately and safely.
• Participated in ongoing professional development activities to remain current on industry advancements, applying new knowledge to improve patient care practices continually.

Worked in the Emergency Department and the Outpatient Adult Ambulatory Clinic, dividing time between the 2 areas.

• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
• Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
• Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
• Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
• Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
• Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic bedside manner.
• Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
• Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
• Participated in ongoing professional development activities to remain current on industry advancements, applying new knowledge to improve patient care practices continually.