Karen Stoneberger
Stanley ,VA
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Committed professional with 20 years of experience in clinical, school health and acute care environments. Team collaborator willing to adapt to new procedural and technical requirements with enthusiastic support. Expertise in vital signs monitoring and medication administration. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Page County Public Schools
Shenandoah , VA
08.2004 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete students information to address student problems and expected outcomes.
- Obtained patient vital signs and blood glucose readings for students .
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and first aid to students.
- Answered incoming phone calls from parents to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Performed routine evaluations of each student status, needs and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important student information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documentation of accurate records of student population of 600 students.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Valley Health-Winchester Medical Center
Luray , VA
01.2017 - 10.2021
- Explained procedures and discussed test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked in direct collaboration with other physicians and referred patients accordingly to best support health care needs.
- Prepared and maintained correspondence, reports and claims in compliance with federal regulations and followed best practices in patient and family support.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Follow Physicians Orders with medication and required orders.
- Floated around to different clinics in summer months and helped when needed.
- Performed venipuncture and document and handle blood/lab specimens per protocol.
- Followed isolation guidelines During Covid-19
Licensed Practical Nurse
Page Memorial Hospital
Luray, VA
06.1999 - 08.2004
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Page County Technical Center
Stanley, VA05.1999
High School Diploma -
Page County High School
Shenandoah, VA06.1993
Skills
- Skills Learned while at PCTC
- Intravenous Medications
- Patient Charting
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Patient Observation
- Epic Systems
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Medication Administration
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- First Aid and CPR
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital Signs Recording
- Wound Dressing
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Recordkeeping and Maintenance
- Postpartum Patient Care
- Dietary Requirements and Restrictions
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Infection Control
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Valley Health-Winchester Medical Center
01.2017 - 10.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Page County Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Page Memorial Hospital
06.1999 - 08.2004
Associate Degree in Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Page County Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Page County High School
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