Karen Vaccaro
Beacon Falls
Summary
Conducted thorough assessments and implemented infection control measures to promote effective patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Naugatuck Valley Surgical Center
03.2006
- Supported physicians in medical diagnosis by taking vital signs, performing initial assessments and collecting samples for lab analysis.
- Prepared OR by ensuring it met asepsis standards, as well as setting out, organizing, and counting tools and equipment for each procedure.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging and updated surgical procedures to select correct instruments for specific surgeries.
Oncology Nurse
St Raphaels Hospital
06.2003
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
School Nurse
Region 16
07.2019 - Current
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Wound Care Scribe Nurse
Integrated Wound Care
05.2015 - Current
- Reviewed records, paperwork, and orders for errors and resolved issues with minimal direction.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
- Selected appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes for records.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St Vincent's College
Bridgeport, CTBachelor of Arts - Psychology
SCSU
New Haven, CTSkills
- Infection control measures
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Acute illness recognition
- Injury treatment
- Problem-solving
- CPT/ICD coding
Work History
2006, 2011
Timeline
School Nurse
Region 16
07.2019 - Current
Wound Care Scribe Nurse
Integrated Wound Care
05.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
Naugatuck Valley Surgical Center
03.2006
Oncology Nurse
St Raphaels Hospital
06.2003
Associate of Science - Nursing
St Vincent's College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
SCSU