Karen Steffanie Rice
Madisonville,LA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong background in care coordination and chronic illness management. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient education and discharge planning, resulting in optimal recovery and access to healthcare resources for diverse populations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
St Tammany Parish Hospital
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Coordinated discharges for patients with complex and chronic illnesses, including CHF, COPD, cancer, and dementia, ensuring continuity of care and support.
- Coordinated patient care across multiple departments and healthcare providers.
Post-Operative Registered Nurse
AVALA Hospital
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Educated patients and their family members regarding post-operative care.
- Collaborated with the Medical Team to address any complications that may arise after surgery.
Infusion Registered Nurse
North Oaks Hospital
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Provided direct patient care, administering chemotherapy and biotherapy treatments to enhance patient recovery in oncology.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and care procedures.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
North Oaks Hospital
10.2018 - 07.2023
- Oversaw the care coordination of patients to ensure they could achieve the best outcomes post-hospitalization.
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized treatment strategies.
Perioperative Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
North Oaks Hospital
10.2012 - 10.2018
- Managed the admission, surgery, and recovery of ambulatory surgery patients
- Maintained sterile environments and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
Staff Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
St. Charles Surgical Hospital
01.2009 - 09.2012
- Responsible for post-operative management, including development and implementation of appropriate plans of care for patients recovering from reconstructive breast surgery following mastectomies.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Greenbrier Behavioral Health
05.2012 - 07.2012
- Conducted intake screenings and provided crisis intervention to support patients in distress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists and social workers, to enhance post-discharge outcomes.
Staff Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Fairway Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Provided direct Nursing care to patients and their families in a specialized Bariatric/Surgical hospital.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient patient flow and safety protocols.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Greenbrier Behavioral Health
07.2007 - 04.2008
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for patients experiencing mental health changes affecting their emotional, spiritual, and social well-being.
- Provided education to patients and their families regarding their plan of care to achieve the best possible outcome for patients to return to a healthy mental status.
Obstetrical Nurse
Lakeland/Methodist Hospital
09.2003 - 11.2005
- Provided direct Nursing care to woman, infants, and families in times of childbearing, illness and recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient-centered care strategies.
Telemetry Nurse
Northshore Regional Medical Center
01.2002 - 09.2003
- Provided comprehensive care to multiple cardiac and medical/surgical patients on a busy telemetry unit.
- Educated patients and families on health management and equipment use.
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Methodist Hospital
02.2002 - 06.2002
- Served as a member of a professional healthcare team that oversaw the wellbeing of mother and child during the birthing process.
Surgical Technologist
Lakeview Hospital
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Contributed to the surgical team by assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during, and after surgery.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and scrub techs while performing duties in the OR environment.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA12-2001
Associate Degree - General Studies
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA12-1997
Certification - Surgical Technology
Delgado/Charity School of Surgical Technology
New Orleans, LA12-1997
Skills
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Chronic illness management
- Electronic health records
- Treatment planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- RN License
- CPR Certified
- Charity School of Nursing Alumni Member
- ACMA Louisiana Chapter Member
Timeline
Registered Nurse Care Coordinator
St Tammany Parish Hospital
05.2025 - 02.2026
Post-Operative Registered Nurse
AVALA Hospital
08.2024 - 06.2025
Infusion Registered Nurse
North Oaks Hospital
07.2023 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse Case Manager
North Oaks Hospital
10.2018 - 07.2023
Perioperative Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
North Oaks Hospital
10.2012 - 10.2018
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Greenbrier Behavioral Health
05.2012 - 07.2012
Staff Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
St. Charles Surgical Hospital
01.2009 - 09.2012
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Greenbrier Behavioral Health
07.2007 - 04.2008
Staff Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
Fairway Medical Center
01.2005 - 01.2009
Obstetrical Nurse
Lakeland/Methodist Hospital
09.2003 - 11.2005
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Methodist Hospital
02.2002 - 06.2002
Telemetry Nurse
Northshore Regional Medical Center
01.2002 - 09.2003
Surgical Technologist
Lakeview Hospital
01.1998 - 01.2000
Associate Degree - Nursing
Charity School of Nursing
Associate Degree - General Studies
Delgado Community College
Certification - Surgical Technology
Delgado/Charity School of Surgical Technology