Karen Sopak
Clearwater
Summary
Knowledgeable clinical nurse specialist with several years of experience the field. Implementing best practices and using clinical data to improve delivery of care. Offering background in both hospital and clinic settings.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Specialist for Maternal/child program
State of Florida DOH
Clearwater
10.2022 - Current
- Care coordinator for Healthcare for the Homeless clinic.
- RN Specialist for Maternal Child services.
- Conducted patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to coordinate patient treatment.
- Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health systems.
- Participated in the development of policies, procedures and protocols related to patient care services delivery.
- Attended continuing education courses to maintain knowledge base in specialty area.
Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
San Diego
02.2021 - 08.2022
- PCU
- Med/ Tele
- ICU step down
- Hospital float pool.
- Administered medications and treatments following established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes promptly.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps, as required by individual patient needs.
- Developed nursing care plans based on individual needs of each patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
RN
Presbyterian Hospital
Albuquerque
02.2002 - 02.2020
- NICU
- MOTHER/BABY CARE
- GI LAB
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs in diverse hospital settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
- Administered medications and documented patient responses accurately.
- Assisted in emergency response situations to ensure patient safety.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a sterile environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Presbyterian hospital system
ALBQ
01.2003 - 01.2020
- GI Lab [1 year]
- NICU/ Mother baby unit. [12 years]
RN
Lovelace Hospital system
ALBQ
01.1996 - 01.2020
- Special care unit/ Pediatrics.
- PACU
- OR circulating
- Emergency Dept.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs in diverse hospital settings.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
- Administered medications and documented patient responses accurately.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Assisted in emergency response situations to ensure patient safety.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a sterile environment.
- Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital procedures.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
Care coordinator for Medicaid program Maternal/child
Presbyterian HMO
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Developed educational materials to inform patients about health management.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as necessary.
- Resolved patient inquiries and concerns to enhance satisfaction and engagement.
- Collaborated with community resources to connect patients with additional services.
- Educated clients on available resources and services within their communities.
- Attended meetings with families and other members of the interdisciplinary team to discuss patient progress and plan for future interventions.
- Actively participated in staff meetings discussing best practices in patient care coordination.
Home health
Maxim Home Health
ALBQ
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Home health adults
- Medically fragile pediatrics.
- Wound care
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Assessed patient wounds and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided education to patients and families on wound care techniques.
- Utilized advanced wound care technologies and products effectively.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed.
- Documented wound assessments and treatments in electronic health records.
LPN
WCA hospital
Jamestown
01.1988 - 01.1996
- Medical /surgical
- Pediatrics.
Home Health
Staff Builders
Jamestown
01.1989 - 01.1994
- Medically fragile Pediatrics
Education
Associate degree - Nursing Science
Excelsior college
Albany, NYLPN diploma -
Jamestown School of Practical Nursing
Skills
- IV skills
- Triage skills
- Care Coordination
- Home health experience
- Medically Fragile children home care
- Public Health
- NICU all levels
- Mother/Baby couplet care
- Special Care nursery
Certification
- RN, Florida, current
- BLS, current
Timeline
Registered Nurse Specialist for Maternal/child program
State of Florida DOH
10.2022 - Current
Travel RN
Aya Healthcare
02.2021 - 08.2022
Care coordinator for Medicaid program Maternal/child
Presbyterian HMO
01.2015 - 01.2019
Presbyterian hospital system
01.2003 - 01.2020
RN
Presbyterian Hospital
02.2002 - 02.2020
Home health
Maxim Home Health
01.2001 - 01.2007
RN
Lovelace Hospital system
01.1996 - 01.2020
Home Health
Staff Builders
01.1989 - 01.1994
LPN
WCA hospital
01.1988 - 01.1996
Associate degree - Nursing Science
Excelsior college
LPN diploma -
Jamestown School of Practical Nursing