Karen Tanksley
Florissant,MO
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing vital information and completing complex tasks, such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic/hospital environments. Proficient in providing nursing care and being an excellent team member while offering an 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.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parc Provence Memory Care
Olivette, Mo.
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
Licensed Practical Nurse
St.Sophia Rehab Center
St. Louis , Mo,
04.1993 - 02.2017
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sarah Community
Brighton, MO
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor Grove Nursing Home
Kirkwood, Mo.
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
St. Louis Bd. of Educ. School of Practical Nursing
O'fallon Tech06.1984
High School Diploma -
Normandy High School
St Louis, MO06.1980
Skills
- Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
- Needs Assessment
- Conditions Reporting
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Wound Dressing
Additional Information
I am eager to return to the workforce after a 2019 Cancer diagnosis. Unfortunately, I had to leave my profession as a Nurse but due to the side effects of chemotherapy. Thankfully, I have been cancer free for about 2 years now, and I am determined to do something within my means to return to the workforce on a part-time basis. I love being part of a team and working with others. I am dependable and capable of following complex procedures and processes.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sarah Community
01.2018 - 06.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
Manor Grove Nursing Home
02.2017 - 01.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parc Provence Memory Care
05.2016 - 02.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
St.Sophia Rehab Center
04.1993 - 02.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
St. Louis Bd. of Educ. School of Practical Nursing
High School Diploma -
Normandy High School
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