Karen C. Bowe, RN, MSN
North East,MD
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 36 years of a progressive career history in providing exceptional direct patient care, patient care coordination, patient advocacy, clinical management and supervision in a variety of environments. Passionate about fostering patient progress through teaching sustainable habits for continued health and wellbeing. Hardworking and dedicated to achieving patient specific desired measurable outcomes. I offer strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, conflict resolution, excellent time management, thorough written documentation and communication abilities as well as problem-solving skills. Experienced Case Manager adept at handling numerous cases without sacrificing quality of care. Works well within a collaborative team to recommend and utilize best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Admissions RN/Supervisor
NEEMA
08.2023 - Current
- Conduct thorough admission assessment identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Educate patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Develop strong relationships with patients' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Provide emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Devise individualized care plans tailored to each patient' unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Maintain accurate documentation on current (10) cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
RN Patient Care Advocate
IKOR Life Care Management
07.2016 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team in assuring safety, dignity, and caring for anyone facing aging or disability-related concerns.
- Developed strong, trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
- Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
- Performed complete medical review with physical, psychological, cognitive, and home safety assessments.
- Maintained accurate documentation.
- Engaged in Crisis Management
- Case Management: Medical and Patient Advocacy
- Assessed for Predatory behavior and prevention
- Community Referral Coordination
- Assumed POA or guardianship as needed
Director of Business and Content Development
Pediatrain (Co-Owner)
05.2012 - 06.2020
- Provided specialized education to train essential group of healthcare workers in a subspecialty area. (PICU)
- Improved quality of care and reduced disparities in outcome and variation of practice patterns.
- Monitored compliance with local and state regulatory and licensing requirements.
- Site environmental and educational assessment, customized program development and proposal.
- Oversight of curriculum and content development, program evaluation, development of pediatric critical care hands-on scenarios.
- Provided clinical oversight for quality assurance indicators.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all site visits.
Director of Nursing
Walgreens Infusion and Respiratory Services
05.2010 - 12.2012
- Maintained comprehensive patient care plans and monitored staffs' implementation of physician's orders on 50 ongoing cases.
- Oversaw delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care with focus on patient safety, comfort and dignity.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Precepted new staff nurses to provide education on policies and procedures, patient care skills, medical procedures and techniques, and patient assessments and interventions.
- Maintained in-office infusion suite to accommodate clients as needed.
- Provided supervision and evaluation of personnel engaged in direct patient care, managed human resources related to nursing and allied health services personnel, ongoing evaluation of quality improvement and medical audits.
Nurse Manager, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Nemours Children's Hospital
08.2003 - 12.2009
- Managed 75 FTE's in a 22-bed high acuity unit by providing collaborative and comprehensive nursing support and guidance while maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards. Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
- Consistently met or exceeded target contribution margin of +/- 2% of budget.
- Numerous hospital committee positions
- Recipient : Quality of Nursing Leadership Award Of Excellence; Nomination Delaware Excellence in Nursing Practice Award Nurse Leader
Clinical Nurse Specialist; PICU
Nemours
01.2001 - 08.2003
- Evaluated nursing protocols and implemented updates based on current literature, ensuring optimal patient care practices were maintained.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, resulting in enhanced health management.
- Mentored nursing staff through professional development opportunities, enhancing their skill sets and competencies.
- Served as clinical expert resource for fellow nurses, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on ongoing learning and growth.
- Coordinated with external partners such as pharmaceutical companies or medical device manufacturers to stay informed on the latest advancements in healthcare technology.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that led to measurable enhancements in patient safety and satisfaction levels.
- Facilitated training sessions for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties efficiently and safely.
- Provided specialized consultation services for complex cases, effectively addressing unique patient needs.
Advanced Practice Nurse, Department of Neurology
Nemours
08.1996 - 01.2001
- Assisted in the development of new clinical programs addressing specific population needs such as Pediatric Headache Program, ADD/ADHD Support Program
- Streamlined clinic processes, improving patient flow and reducing wait times.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate comprehensive care plans for complex patients.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through participation in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Served as a liaison between the healthcare team, patients, and families for optimal communication and care coordination.
RN, PICU
Nemours; Johns Hopkins
05.1988 - 08.1996
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates; Charge Nurse; Trauma and Code Team Member
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Experienced in: trach, ETT, ventilator management, dialysis, CVVHD, IV/CVC/Art/CVP, Trauma Care, surgical, medical, neuro care and transplant care.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Nursing Management
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-2005
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Delaware
Newark, DE05-1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD05-1988
Skills
- Case Management and Care Coordination
- Medical Review (Full case)
- Crisis Management
- Document Preparation
- Community Referral Coordination
- Performing patient admission/discharge
- Communication between physician and patients/family
- Medical and Patient Advocacy
- Quality program protocols
- Knowledge of state regulations
- Records Management
- Patient/Staff education and counseling
- Culturally sensitive
- Home visits
Publications
Bowe, K. Phenylketonuria: An update for Pediatric Community Nurses. Pediatric Nursing, 21(2), 191-194.
Bowe, K. & Garver, D. (2007). Standard of Care for a Patient with a Peripheral Nerve Stimulator. In J Verger & R. Lebet (Eds.), AACN Procedure Manual for Pediatric Acute and Critical Care.
Certification
- CPR/AED 10/2024 (renewed)
- Maryland RN1000591 10/2026
Timeline
Admissions RN/Supervisor
NEEMA
08.2023 - Current
RN Patient Care Advocate
IKOR Life Care Management
07.2016 - 05.2022
Director of Business and Content Development
Pediatrain (Co-Owner)
05.2012 - 06.2020
Director of Nursing
Walgreens Infusion and Respiratory Services
05.2010 - 12.2012
Nurse Manager, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Nemours Children's Hospital
08.2003 - 12.2009
Clinical Nurse Specialist; PICU
Nemours
01.2001 - 08.2003
Advanced Practice Nurse, Department of Neurology
Nemours
08.1996 - 01.2001
RN, PICU
Nemours; Johns Hopkins
05.1988 - 08.1996
- CPR/AED 10/2024 (renewed)
- Maryland RN1000591 10/2026
Post-Graduate Certificate - Nursing Management
Villanova University
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
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