Karen Scott
Ann Arbor
Summary
Experienced and driven nursing professional with 7 years of diverse clinical expertise in orthopedics, oncology, colorectal, general surgery, trauma surgery, and palliative care. Recently completed an MSN with over 500 hours of clinical rotations focused on orthopedic surgery and palliative care, emphasizing patient evaluation, diagnosis, and comprehensive treatment planning. Seeking a role as RN Director or Administrator in a Surgery Center or Orthopedic Surgery setting to leverage clinical expertise and administrative skills to optimize patient outcomes and streamline surgical services.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic and Phone Triage Registered Nurse
IHA Colorectal Surgery
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team of providers, nurses, and medical assistants to provide holistic and evidence-based nursing care to patients in the outpatient setting
- Utilized electronic medical records, ensuring detailed and current comprehensive documentation of assessments, care plans, medications, and patient specific education
- Efficiently and safely performed skills such as suture removal, staple removal, and wound care
- Maintained efficient clinic workflow through the management of rooming, assessing, and discharging multiple patients at a time
- Provided telephone triage to patients and documented the evaluation and assessment of patients’ questions or concerns
- Performed follow-up phone calls to patients regarding laboratory results and necessary medication adjustments
- Administered patient assessments to determine care needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Educated patients on post-operative care, medications, and lifestyle modifications to promote recovery.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff on procedures, policies, and patient management techniques.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Clinic and Phone Triage Registered Nurse
IHA Ann Arbor Orthopedic Specialists
07.2018 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team of providers, nurses, and medical assistants to provide holistic and evidence-based nursing care to patients in the outpatient setting
- Instructed patients, families, and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and prevention, and medication self-management to maintain the continuum of care
- Utilized electronic medical records, ensuring detailed and current comprehensive documentation of assessments, care plans, medications, and patient specific education
- Efficiently and safely performed skills such as suture removal, staple removal, and wound care
- Maintained efficient clinic workflow through the management of rooming, assessing, and discharging multiple patients at a time
- Provided telephone triage to patients and documented the evaluation and assessment of patients’ questions or concerns
- Performed follow-up phone calls to patients regarding laboratory results and necessary medication adjustments
- Implemented best practices for infection control and safety protocols in clinical settings.
- Advocated for patients by coordinating services and resources within the healthcare system.
Registered Nurse
Rogel Cancer Center
03.2020 - 10.2020
- As a member of the interdisciplinary team, provided nursing care to oncology patients with an emphasis on a patient-centered and holistic approach
- Performed follow-up phone calls to patients regarding laboratory results and necessary medication adjustments
- Educated patients utilizing an appropriate teaching method concerning their disease, treatment, and options
- Advocated for patient needs to the members of the health care team to ensure positive patient outcomes and patient safety maintained
- Care Coordination between clinic to hospital for inpatient admittance
Administrative Assistant and Human Resources Specialist
Hurricane Technologies
07.2010 - 07.2018
- Managed and adjusted personnel scheduling for all staff, monitoring resource allocation to provide optimal coverage and service
- Processed financial documents including contracts, expense reports, and invoices
- Controlled and managed document processes by reviewing files, records, and critical information to confirm accuracy and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Tracked and submitted employee timesheets to the accounting department for payroll processing
- Managed scheduling and coordination of meetings for executive leadership team.
- Streamlined office procedures, enhancing operational efficiency across departments.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - AGACNP
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI04.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI12.2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Chronic disease management
- Case management
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Michigan Licensed Registered Nurse | #4704338984, Exp. 2025-09-02
- BLS Certified | American Heart Association, Exp. 2026-09
Timeline
Clinic and Phone Triage Registered Nurse
IHA Colorectal Surgery
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Rogel Cancer Center
03.2020 - 10.2020
Clinic and Phone Triage Registered Nurse
IHA Ann Arbor Orthopedic Specialists
07.2018 - 03.2022
Administrative Assistant and Human Resources Specialist
Hurricane Technologies
07.2010 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science in Nursing - AGACNP
University of Michigan
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