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Karen Vaughan

Clanton,AL

Summary

Experienced Nurse Practitioner with strong focus on delivering high-quality patient care. Adept in diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic conditions, with comprehensive understanding of clinical protocols and healthcare regulations. Strong team collaborator committed to achieving optimal patient outcomes and adapting to changing needs. Reliable, empathetic, and skilled in patient education, clinical assessment, and evidence-based practice.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Montgomery Kidney Specialists
02.2020 - Current
  • Evaluated and treated patients with chronic kidney disease addressing comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes, and lupus; adjusted management plans as needed to optimize disease control.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans at initiation of peritoneal and hemodialysis.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for dialysis rounding to develop individualized care plans addressing complex health conditions, including management of medications, labs and diagnostics
  • Prescribed medications judiciously based on evidence-based guidelines; monitored therapeutic responses closely for efficacy or adverse effects.
  • Promoted preventive healthcare measures through patient education on lifestyle modifications and chronic disease management.

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Team Health
10.2018 - 02.2020


  • Conducted history and physicals for patient admissions and initiated orders for treatment, medications and hospital care.
  • Assisted with discharges, consults and rounding for medical/surgical and intensive care patients for the management of acute illnesses and exacerbations of chronic illnesses
  • Collaborated with effectively with interdisciplinary team to provide holistic care for hospitalized patients

Registered Nurse

Baptist Medical Center South
01.2013 - 10.2018
  • Utilized critical thinking skills for management of patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit, including ventilator patients and management of titration of various IV medications requiring frequent monitoring and attention to detail
  • 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.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Troy University
Troy, AL
05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
12-2003

Certification

Certified Hypertension Specialist with the American Hypertension Certification Program


Certified Nephrology Nurse Practitioner with the Nephrology Nursing Certification Commission

Timeline

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Montgomery Kidney Specialists
02.2020 - Current

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Team Health
10.2018 - 02.2020

Registered Nurse

Baptist Medical Center South
01.2013 - 10.2018

Master of Science - Nursing

Troy University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The University of Alabama

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