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Karen E. Sanders

Westbury,NY

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Our Lady of Consolation Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2022 - Current
  • Provide direct patient care in accordance with established standards and practices
  • Administer medications, therapies, and treatments to up to 20 patients per day
  • Assist in the development and implementation of patient care plans
  • Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and other health care professionals to ensure safe, optimal patient care
  • Educate patients and families on prognosis and treatment plans

Medical Assistant

Primary Partner Care, Office of Dr. Brian Vogel
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • Obtained complete medical histories and vital signs and document in EMR
  • Prepared patients for examinations and explain treatment procedures
  • Performed EKGs, pulmonary function tests, and routine urinalysis
  • Collected and prepare laboratory specimens
  • Assisted physician during examinations
  • Provided patient education on medications, diet, and follow up plans.

Teacher

Trinity Lutheran School
09.2009 - 06.2021
  • Developed and implemented engaging lessons in all subject areas for classroom students
  • Organized management of a classroom environment to meet all learning styles and needs
  • Worked collaboratively with administration and other staff to reduce learning gaps
  • Communicated effectively with parents to establish professional rapport.

Education

BS in Nursing -

Chamberlain University
12.2023

AS in Nursing -

Nassau Community College
05.2022

BS English/Education -

Molloy College
NY
05.2003

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Clinical judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound Care
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Collecting vitals
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Lab result interpretation
  • EMR Systems
  • Performing EKGs
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Vaccine administration
  • Diabetes management
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Feeding pumps understanding

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, NY State License #914154, 8/2022
  • BLS Certification, American Heart Association, 1/2026

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Our Lady of Consolation Nursing and Rehabilitation
11.2022 - Current

Medical Assistant

Primary Partner Care, Office of Dr. Brian Vogel
09.2021 - 10.2022

Teacher

Trinity Lutheran School
09.2009 - 06.2021

BS in Nursing -

Chamberlain University

AS in Nursing -

Nassau Community College

BS English/Education -

Molloy College

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