Karen Suggs
Cullman
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cullman Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Travel Nurse
Premier Healthcare Professionals
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2017 - 08.2020
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied and observations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Cullman Regional Hospital
03.2015 - 01.2017
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
Registered Nurse
Cullman Heart & Urgent Care
01.2010 - 05.2015
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, AL06.1998
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Compassionate and Caring
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Nursing Consultation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Creative Problem Solving
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cullman Regional Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
Travel Nurse
Premier Healthcare Professionals
09.2020 - 05.2022
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions
01.2017 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse
Cullman Regional Hospital
03.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse
Cullman Heart & Urgent Care
01.2010 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
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