Karey Injaian

The Surgical Specialty Clinic Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing and/or supervising direct patient care. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. guidelines. Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in the unit/program level quality improvement process and initiatives as well as customer service programs. This nurse provides patient care, care coordination, health promotion, health education and coaching on wellness, disease prevention, and chronic care management. The nurse will assist in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization. Evaluates practice in an ongoing process, based on best evidence. Contributes professional nursing perspective in discussions with the interdisciplinary team. Supports colleagues through knowledge sharing to provide safe, quality specialty nursing care. Shares educational findings, experiences, and ideas with peers. Questions clinical practices for the purpose of providing evidence-based care. Participates in activities and strategies to sustain an evidence-based-practice culture. Responsible for a variety of administrative tasks to include but not limited to; telephone triage, assessment and evaluation, critical thinking, computer entry, time management, patient advocate, being a team player of the interdisciplinary team, counseling, performing chart audits, and triaging consults just to name a few.

The Surgical Specialty Registered Nurse provides various direct care duties which include but are not limited to:

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care based on age-specific components.
• Rooming patients to facilitate clinic throughput, obtaining vital signs.
• Administers medications, assist with office procedures to include sterile field setup.
• Provides pre and post in-clinic or surgical procedure education and information about medications,
• Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of care, patient and family education, patient self-management after discharge, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction.
• Oversees the safety of the patient, ensures correct labeling of specimens, cleans and stocks exam rooms, properly handles all reusable medical equipment and preforms.
• Recognize subtle changes in the patient's condition and will respond timely, choosing the correct interventions.
• Uses the Automated Medicine Dispensing System and/or the Bar Code Medication Administration (BCMA) software per policy and accurately document in the Electronic Health Record the patient findings, assessments, and care provided.
• Uses a team approach to identify, analyze, and resolve patient care problems that result in improved patient outcomes as well as ensures that delegated tasks as assigned are completed by other staff.
• Other duties as assigned to assist with clinic flow.

• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient health status and identify care needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
• Educated patients on chronic disease management, promoting self-care and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions, reporting concerns to healthcare providers promptly.
• Utilized electronic health record systems to maintain accurate patient documentation and facilitate communication among staff.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to diverse populations.
• Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse populations, adjusting communication styles and treatment approaches as needed.
• Evaluated nursing practices in the primary care setting to identify areas for improvement, implementing evidence-based changes that led to better patient outcomes.
• Increased clinic efficiency by managing patient flow, coordinating appointments, and maintaining accurate records.
• Assisted physicians during examinations procedures by preparing necessary equipment supplies providing direct hands-on assistance when required.
• Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders.
• Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease.
• Evaluated and assessed phone calls from facilities, physician offices, hospitals and patients to handle urgent issues and prioritize care.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

• Curriculum Development-Designing and updating the Medical-Surgical Nursing Curriculum.
• Classroom Instruction- Conducting lectures, presentations and discussions.
• Clinical Skills Training- Organizing and supervising hands-on training sessions in simulated lab settings.
• Patient Care Simulations- Facilitating simulated patient scenarios
• Assessments and Evaluations-Designing tests and evaluations to assess students.
• Providing feedback
• Supporting student learning
• Professional development

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments in medical-surgical unit.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management strategies.
• Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and promoting best practices in patient care.
• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
• Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
• Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
• Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.