Karen Reyes
Huntington Station,NY
Summary
Dynamic Critical Care Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Northwell Health, adept in hemodynamic monitoring and advanced life support. Responsible for enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to maintaining high standards of care and infection control in critical environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Northwell Health
06.2005 - Current
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing complications related to ventilator use, central line infections, and pressure ulcers.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Villanova University
Villanova, PA08.2017
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05.2005
Skills
- Intensive care unit experience
- Central line management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Advanced life support
- Evidence-based practices
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
2025 Northwell Nursing Truly Award nominee
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Northwell Health
06.2005 - Current
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Villanova University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Nassau Community College
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