Karen Cox
Pound,VA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Detail-oriented candidate passionate about facilitating excellent patient care. Adept at designing and implementing policies and procedures. Motivated team builder and supervisor focused on driving team collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrator - Business Operations
First Choice Home Health Care, INC.
Norton, Virginia
02.2024 - Present
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to operations.
- Implemented business processes to streamline daily operations and increase efficiency.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided general administrative support to staff members.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality care.
Registered Nurse
First Choice Home Health Care
Norton, VA
11.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to promote patient safety and quality care outcomes.
- Created policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians, families, staff members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Implemented and directed clinical services and operations to deliver competent, quality care.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Registered Nurse-Home Health
In Home Care, INC
Wise, VA
04.2014 - 11.2015
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Director of Nursing
Independent Home Health Care
Coeburn, Virginia
2005 - 04.2014
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
RN Supervisor
Homemaker's Personal Care Agency, LLC
Clintwood, VA
2005 - 2006
- Maintained current knowledge of healthcare regulations and best practices in order to promote compliance within the organization.
- Evaluated patient records regularly to identify opportunities for improvement in service delivery.
- Ensured that all documentation met legal requirements before submission.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Registered Nurse
Independent Home Health Care
Coeburn, Virginia
07.2001 - 2005
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse-Home Health
Jenkins Community Hospital
Jenkins, Kentucky
1997 - 07.2001
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VA12-1995
High School Diploma -
Whitesburg High School
Whitesburg06-1989
Skills
- Operations Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Patient Care Services Coordination
- Performance Improvement
- Administrative Management
- Quality Assurance
Timeline
Administrator - Business Operations
First Choice Home Health Care, INC.
02.2024 - Present
Registered Nurse
First Choice Home Health Care
11.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse-Home Health
In Home Care, INC
04.2014 - 11.2015
Registered Nurse
Independent Home Health Care
07.2001 - 2005
Director of Nursing
Independent Home Health Care
2005 - 04.2014
RN Supervisor
Homemaker's Personal Care Agency, LLC
2005 - 2006
Registered Nurse-Home Health
Jenkins Community Hospital
1997 - 07.2001
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mountain Empire Community College
High School Diploma -
Whitesburg High School
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