Karen Reid
Valrico,FL
Summary
Energetic individual offering 15 years' experience providing exceptional palliative care to patients. A friendly Hospice Nurse knowledgeable in pain management techniques, caregiver support and consistent needs assessment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Nurse
Armenia Ambulatory Surgery Center
Tampa, FL
07.2010 - 11.2018
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
- Evaluated assigned patients to effectively plan, implement and document skilled nursing care.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
- Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Helped patients regain independence with clear recovery goals and guidance.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
- Supported physicians completing patient examinations and procedures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Provided skilled direct nursing care to post surgical patients in PACU department.
- Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Cared for patients recovering from surgical and pain block procedures and provided personalized daily assistance.
- Documented all therapies, including recovery of patients and post anesthesia to keep patient charts up-to-date.
- Participated in continuing education programs and basic life support workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Hospice Nurse
Lifepath Hospice
Sun City Center, FL
07.2006 - 07.2012
- Guided patients' loved ones and caregivers in such tasks as pain management, wound care and medication dosing.
- Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family through dedicated listening, kind words and dignity.
- Created and applied tailored care plans that would meet each patient's individualized needs.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers and physicians.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Cared for patients recovering from acute symptoms and life comforting procedures and provided personalized daily assistance.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids, reviewed post-op orders and assimilated patients to unit.
- Executed appropriate steps for patient treatment following careful review of physician medical regimen.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
- Provided skilled direct nursing care to end of life patients in hospice department.
- Evaluated and adjusted life support equipment, tubing and peripheral devices providing critical assistance to fragile patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Participated in continuing education programs hospice workshops to enhance training and nursing knowledge.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Provided training and supervision to 1-2 member staff in hospice unit.
- Documented all therapies, including medication and symptom management to keep patient charts up-to-date.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Pinellas Technical Education Center
Clearwater, FLSkills
- Pain management oversight
- Vitals assessments
- Intake and discharge
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Ventilator care
- Medication and IV administration
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Colostomy care familiarity
- IV drug therapy management
- Diabetes management
- Problem resolution
- Conflict resolution
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PACU Nurse
Armenia Ambulatory Surgery Center
07.2010 - 11.2018
Hospice Nurse
Lifepath Hospice
07.2006 - 07.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Pinellas Technical Education Center
Similar Profiles
Mary hughesMary hughes
CRNA at 90210 Surgery Medical Center & Precision Ambulatory Surgery CenterCRNA at 90210 Surgery Medical Center & Precision Ambulatory Surgery Center
Kristin HavilandKristin Haviland
PACU Registered Nurse at Medical Center Clinic & Ambulatory Surgery CenterPACU Registered Nurse at Medical Center Clinic & Ambulatory Surgery Center
Diana OrendayDiana Orenday
Surgery Scheduler at Resurgens Surgery Center - Ambulatory CenterSurgery Scheduler at Resurgens Surgery Center - Ambulatory Center