- Exploring various forms of art, such as painting and drawing, to nurture creativity and personal growth
Karen Anne Butler
Bedford,Massachusetts
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with extensive experience in providing direct patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication in fast-paced healthcare settings. Strong emphasis on collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Known for reliability and adaptability, ensuring efficient and compassionate care even in dynamic environments. Possessing expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Builds strong relationships with patients and their families through empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
- Experienced in the care of the medical surgical and neurological patient population, with diagnosis ranging from, but not limited to, strokes, traumatic brain injuries, Alzheimers/dementia, and mental health conditions
- Performed Q4 and Q8 neurological exams on patients with diagnoses of acute ischemic strokes, intracranial hemorrhages, and seizure disorders
- Assessed patient conditions and reported any changes or abnormalities to the appropriate medical personnel
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patient response
- Assessed patients under C-spine and TLS precautions
- Assisted physicians in lumbar puncture and various invasive procedures
- Administration of blood products
- IV therapy and phlebotomy skills
- Assisted patients with peritoneal dialysis
- Performed central line dressings and collected lab draws from access sites
- Experienced in continuous telemetry monitoring
- Experienced in care for tracheostomy patients with assistance of respiratory therapy
- Assessed for urinary retention with use of bladder scan ultrasound
- Straight catheterization and foley care
- Experienced in TPN infusions, heparin drips, and basic intravenous solutions
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for patients
- Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families regarding their condition and treatment plan
- Served as an advocate for patient rights by ensuring informed consent was obtained prior to any invasive procedures or surgeries
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records system
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs quickly in emergency situations requiring immediate intervention
- Attended early mobilization techniques class by physical therapy
- Attended education classes on wound/skin care and obtained skin champion status
- Administered tube feedings per dietary order and monitored therapeutic response
- Ensured HIPAA compliance 100% met
Patient Care Technician
Emerson Health
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Set up telemetry monitors
- Performed EKG readings
- Sat for 1:1 supervision for patients in various departments: medical-surgical floor, behavioral health, critical care unit, and the emergency department
- Taking vital signs for new admission, per order, and in rapid response
- Taking and documenting orthostatic blood pressures and heart rates
- Assisting with daily activities of living
- Giving CHG baths
- Providing emotional support for patients and for their loved ones
- Obtaining daily blood sugars for patients in ACHS or by 6 hours and reporting results to the nurse
- Obtaining specimens for testing and collecting guaiac samples
- Documenting intake and output, percentage of meals, vital signs, and daily weights
Assistant Customer Service Department Head
Stop & Shop
08.2015 - 01.2024
- Supervising cashiers, baggers, and courtesy clerks and facilitated the checkout area for five years
- Training cashiers, service desk clerks, and online pickup shoppers the responsibilities and tasks for each position
- Worked at the customer service desk processing money orders, money transfers, and lottery
- Attended customers' questions and concerns and resolved in an appropriate, friendly, and hassle free manner
- Counted money drawers and inventory at the end of the shift
- Answering phone calls from customers, company personnel, and delivery drivers
Immunization Compliance Officer
Salem State University Health Services
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Properly handled personal health information for the Salem State’s nurses’ office by HIPPA guidelines
- Input immunization records in compliance to the university’s requirements
- Educated students on immunization requirements through email
Seasonal Office Assistant
Bedford Public Works
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Photocopying and electronically transferred important water-sewer data for the town of Bedford, MA
- Answered telephone calls from citizens and transferred caller to appropriate resources
- Maintained professional, strong communication with the DPW team along with other town departments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University
Salem, Massachusetts05.2023
High School Diploma -
Bedford High School
Bedford, Massachusetts06.2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Physical assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pain Management
- Geriatric Care
- Stroke Patient Care
- Infection control
- Patient safety
Accomplishments
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Certification
- RN2388075, Board of Registration of Nursing
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross
Degree
BSN, RN
References
- Maria Dottin, Current Supervisor, Stop and Shop, Lexington, Massachusetts, 617-417-2891
- Adrienne St. John, Former Supervisor, Department of Public Works, Bedford, Massachusetts, 781-858-4140
- Casey Dewalt, Clinical Nurse Educator, Emerson Health, Concord, Massachusetts, cdewalt@emersonhosp.org, 978-287-3057
Seniorcapstonepreceptorship
Emerson Hospital Emergency Department, Concord, Massachusetts, 01/01/23 - 04/30/23, Given oral and intravenous medications, as well as intramuscular injections, Primed tubing and given IV push, Assessed pediatric patients for respiratory distress, instructed on determining the interventions needed to be implemented, Practiced therapeutic communication and distraction techniques with pediatric patients, adult patients, and their family members, Practiced initiating intravenous access, Sepsis screening and introduced use of cultures, CVA assessment, CT scan imaging, and universal protocol, Instructed on prioritizing interventions based on client’s needs and vital signs, Prioritizing clients during initial assessment in triage, Practiced focused assessments on a variety of systems, Assessed for change in mental/overall health status, Instructed on blood tubes and their indications, including what each evaluates, Assessed fluid specimens, CBC, electrolyte imbalances, and metabolic panels, Performed straight catheterization and maintaining a sterile field, Observed a paracentesis, collecting ascites fluid specimen with use of an ultrasound, Performed COVID-19 testing, Observed a nurse’s role during a code brought in by ambulance and the interventions needed, Observed drug overdose complications and their antidotes or treatment, Observed a central line placement, Exposed to medical emergencies necessary for med flight emergency services, Experienced the nursing care and case management with mental health patients, Educated on intended use of medications and their adverse effects, including high risk medications, Observed transcutaneous pacing, Experienced the nursing care of gestational clients with fetal heart rate monitoring and administered Rhogam, Administered rabies prophylaxis treatment
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lahey Hospital and Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Emerson Health
06.2022 - 09.2023
Immunization Compliance Officer
Salem State University Health Services
09.2019 - 03.2020
Seasonal Office Assistant
Bedford Public Works
06.2016 - 08.2016
Assistant Customer Service Department Head
Stop & Shop
08.2015 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Bedford High School
- RN2388075, Board of Registration of Nursing
- Basic Life Support, American Red Cross
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salem State University
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