Registered Nurse
Sentara RMH
06.2019 - Current
Hi, I’m
Karen Sager
New Market,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Work History
Sentara RMH
Registered Nurse
06.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitoring responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executed care based on each patient's relative condition and delegated tasks to available personnel to deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within an interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Managed a caseload of 9 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Sentara RMH
Nursing Care Partner
05.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Generations Crossing
Certified Nursing Assistant
07.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Sunnyside Retirement Community
Certified Nursing Assistant
06.2012 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Suzanne Coppedge
Personal Caregiver
01.2009 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support clients' nutritional needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living need to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Harrisonburg Health And Rehabilitation Center
Certified Nursing Assistant
04.2008 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Consulate Health Care
Certified Nursing Assistant
12.2007 - 05.2008
Job overview
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Purdue Global University, Lafayette, IN
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
10.2023
Blue Ridge Community College, Weyers Cave, VA
Associate Degree in Nursing from Nursing
05.2019
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Science & Nursing
- 3.2 GPA
- Phi Theta Kappa Member
Skills
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Examination
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Rights
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Patient Admission
- Progress Notes Updates
- Pain Management Techniques
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Timeline
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara RMH
05.2017 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Generations Crossing
07.2015 - 05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunnyside Retirement Community
06.2012 - 07.2015
Personal Caregiver
Suzanne Coppedge
01.2009 - 01.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
Harrisonburg Health And Rehabilitation Center
04.2008 - 01.2009
Certified Nursing Assistant
Consulate Health Care
12.2007 - 05.2008
Purdue Global University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Blue Ridge Community College
Associate Degree in Nursing from Nursing
Overview
18
years of professional experience
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