Karen Micheal
Lakeland
Summary
Dedicated Emergency Room Registered Nurse with strong skills in trauma nursing, patient assessments, and medication administration. Committed to ensuring patient safety and delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
South Florida Baptist Hospital
Plant City, FL
09.2018 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical condition, ensuring swift assessment and treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
- Monitored vital signs and performed diagnostic tests, maintaining accurate records for continuity of care.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Advent Health Tampa
Tampa, FL
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Implemented triage protocols to prioritize patient care based on severity of conditions presented at intake.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Evaluated patient outcomes and adjusted interventions based on clinical assessments to improve recovery rates.
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health
Lakeland, FL
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting health literacy and self-care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions and care adjustments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Solaris Healthcare Plant City
Plant City, FL
04.2011 - 06.2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, FL09-2017
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Brewster Technical School
Tampa, FL06-2013
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Keiser University
Lakeland, FL08-2007
Skills
- Emergency care
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Trauma nursing
- Patient safety
- Pediatric advanced life support
- EKG interpretation
- Medication administration
- Emergency triage
- Advanced cardiac life support
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Advent Health Tampa
07.2023 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health
01.2022 - 03.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
South Florida Baptist Hospital
09.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Solaris Healthcare Plant City
04.2011 - 06.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Brewster Technical School
Associate of Science - Paralegal Studies
Keiser University