Karen Swaby
Carmel,NY
Summary
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with a specialization in neurology, emergency, and chronic care management. Renowned for expertise in health education and evidence-based practices, leading to a proven track record of enhanced patient outcomes. Exceptional assessment and interpersonal skills facilitate optimal care coordination. Committed to leveraging clinical knowledge to advance patient satisfaction in a progressive healthcare setting.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perdiem- Nurse Practitioner
Docs Healthcare
Pipersville, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Conducted functional, psychosocial, and environmental safety assessments
- Determine the eligibility of post-deployed military staff readiness for re-deployment.
- Initiated referrals to other healthcare specialists as necessary.
Neurology Nurse Practitioner
Montefiore Hospital
Bronx, NY
04.2024 - Current
- Performing detailed neurological examinations, including motor function, sensory perception, cognitive abilities, and cranial nerve assessments.
- Managing medications, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests, like MRIs and CT scans.
- Working closely with neurologist to discuss complex cases, coordinate care, and ensure optimal patient care.
- Prescribing and monitoring medications for neurological conditions, including managing side effects.
Chronic Care Nurse Coordinator
Montefiore Hospital
Bronx, NY
08.2019 - 04.2024
- Provide medical management, education, and care coordination to patients through telephone access, computer protocols, and documentation.
- Responsible for obtaining preauthorization for prescriptions, and routing pended prescription refill orders to the physicians.
- Comprehensive education managing patients with CHF, DM, HTN, COPD, and HLD.
- Coordinate referrals to various specialists, social services, and behavioral health.
Patient Care Coordinator, RN
Montefiore Hospital
Bronx, NY
07.2010 - 08.2019
- Performed timely evaluation of patient condition during early stages of acute illnesses and codes in the emergency department.
- Coordinates clinical quality enhancement and safety initiatives aligning with medical center objectives.
- Functions as head nurse, triage nurse, and departmental lead resource personnel.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Dominican University of New York
Orangeburg, NY05-2023
Skills
- Emergency Management Expertise
- Health Education Strategies
- Evidence-Based Decision Making
- Application of HIPAA Standards
- Neurology Practice Experience
- Assessing Patient Responses
- Individualized Care Planning
- Hands-On Patient Care
Certification
- ANCC-FNP certification 9/2028
- Nurse Practitioner in Family Health 9/2026
- Registered Professional Nurse 10/2026
- American Heart Association(BLS) 10/2025
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support(ACLS) 11/2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support(PALS) 12/2025
Professional Membership
- New York State Nurses Association(NYSNA)
- American nurses Association(ANA)
Timeline
Perdiem- Nurse Practitioner
Docs Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Neurology Nurse Practitioner
Montefiore Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Chronic Care Nurse Coordinator
Montefiore Hospital
08.2019 - 04.2024
Patient Care Coordinator, RN
Montefiore Hospital
07.2010 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Dominican University of New York
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