Karen Meyers
Columbus,OH
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional valued for ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and adapt to evolving healthcare environments. Specializes in advanced clinical assessments, care plan development, and patient-centered care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Certified Nurse Practitioner
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center James Cancer Hospital
12.2018 - Current
- Integral component of high-quality, exceptional care provided in James Radiation Oncology Department
- Adjusts to fluctuating volume of patients while maintaining quality, timeliness, and customer service
- Utilizes application of assessment and evaluation in rendering medical diagnoses and opinions
- Streamline communication between patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
Registered Nurse, Charge RN, Preceptor, Unit Scheduler
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center James Cancer Hospital
08.2013 - 12.2018
- Execute patient care and safety plans on 36 bed patient unit
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Maintained steady workflow and communication with ancillary team members and nursing supervisors
- Unit scheduler for 100+ employees
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered chemotherapy treatments, provided patient and family education, and managed cancer-related symptoms
Education
Masters of Science - Nursing, Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA08.2013
Bachelors - Biological Sciences, Psychology Minor, Spanish Minor
Ohio University
Athens, OH06.2011
Skills
- Collaborative work environment
- Strong clinical judgement
- Multidisciplinary team approach
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Telehealth Proficiency
- Quality Improvement
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Certification
- Certified Nurse Practitioner in Ohio, APRN.CNP.022828
- Registered Nurse in Ohio, RN.396287
- Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider
- Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner- in progress
Achievements and Extracurriculars
- Mentor in Ohio State Wexner Medical Center Staff Mentorship Program, 2023 – present
- First APP in Radiation Oncology to complete James Clinical Advancement Program, 2021 - present
- APP Fellow and OSU NP student mentor, 2018 – present
- Volunteer at Columbus Free Clinic, 2021 – present
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 2018-present
- Oncology Nursing Society Member, 2015-present
- American Nurses Association, 2013-present
- Oncology Nursing Society Congress attendee, 2016, 2017
- James Nurse Internship/Residency Graduate, 2014
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Certified Nurse Practitioner
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center James Cancer Hospital
12.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Charge RN, Preceptor, Unit Scheduler
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center James Cancer Hospital
08.2013 - 12.2018
- Certified Nurse Practitioner in Ohio, APRN.CNP.022828
- Registered Nurse in Ohio, RN.396287
- Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider
- Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner- in progress
Masters of Science - Nursing, Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
Bachelors - Biological Sciences, Psychology Minor, Spanish Minor
Ohio University
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