Karen Ramirez
Dunnsville,Virginia
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 10 years experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Expertise in oncology and advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Riverside Health acquired by VCU Health System
Tappahannock, VA
04.2019 - Current
- Trained and mentored oncoming RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
Registered Nurse
VCU Health System, Acute Care Oncology
Richmond, VA
10.2013 - 04.2019
- Recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately
- Mobilizes resources to meet individualized needs of patient/family
- Safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions
- Assist health care team with prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort
- Provides direction, education, and assumes leadership responsibilities at unit level
Registered Nurse
Tappahannock Free Clinic
Tappahannock, VA
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Assess and educate patients at general and women's clinic
- Fill out cytology lab work and transport labs to Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
- Set up/break down patient's rooms
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Administration & Leadership
Radford University
Radford, VA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA2013
Associate of Science - Nursing, Cum Laude
Rappahannock Community College
Warsaw, VA2012
Skills
- Communicates effectively
- Provides safe, therapeutic care
- Patient/family advocate
- Critical thinker
- Calming demeanor
- Effective team member
Professional Organizations & Activities
- Oncology Nursing Society - Member since 2020
- Created and Lead Oncology Committee; VCU Health Tappahannock; April 2022
Certification
- RN License: 0001237857 expires 10/31/2024
- Clinical Nurse III: 4/2022
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN): 7/2020
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification: expires 9/2024
- Employee of the Month: Excellence in Advocacy
- Daisy Award 2x
- Champion of Caring Award: 8/2020
- BLS Certification: expires 4/2024
Continuing Education
- Quality and Safety in Healthcare; Spring 2023 at Radford University -
- Health Care Informatics; Spring 2023 at Radford University -
- Population and Diversity; Spring 2023 at Radford University -
- Interprofessional Leadership and Advanced Practice Roles; Summer 2023 at Radford University -
- Healthcare Systems and Policy; Summer 2023 at Radford University -
- Evidence for Advanced Nursing Practice; Fall 2023 at Radford University -
- Financial Management in Healthcare; Fall 2023 at Radford University -
- Administrative Practicum; Spring 2024 at Radford University -
- Practice Evidence Integration; Spring 2024 at Radford University -
- Developing a Culture of Quality; February 2024 through ONS - 2.5 Contact Hours
- Board Leadership Nurses in Governance; February 2024 through ONS - 4.78 Contact Hours
- Advocacy 101: Making a Differences; February 2024 through ONS - 2.75 Contact Hours
- Part 1 & 2: Facilitating Intentional Conversations; February 2024 through ONS - 2.5 Contact Hours
Community Activities
- Participated in Free Community Prostate Screening Event at VCU Tappahannock; March 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Riverside Health acquired by VCU Health System
04.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
VCU Health System, Acute Care Oncology
10.2013 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse
Tappahannock Free Clinic
06.2012 - 06.2013
Master of Science - Nursing Administration & Leadership
Radford University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - Nursing, Cum Laude
Rappahannock Community College
- RN License: 0001237857 expires 10/31/2024
- Clinical Nurse III: 4/2022
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN): 7/2020
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certification: expires 9/2024
- Employee of the Month: Excellence in Advocacy
- Daisy Award 2x
- Champion of Caring Award: 8/2020
- BLS Certification: expires 4/2024
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