Kari Dawson
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Versatile Registered Nurse with over 16 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in the Pediatric Emergency Room. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Sunrise Children's Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
04.2018 - Current
- Took on leadership role as head of the Environment of Care Committee, creating and implementing the Environmental Care Readiness Book to ensure survey readiness.
- Facilitated the collaboration between EVS, Engineering, and Quality departments to prepare for CSRE and Joint Commission assessments at the hospital.
- Supported leadership in data collection and entry to maintain compliance with hospital policies and enhance patient safety
- Participated in the triage committee , collaborating with Peds ER leadership for process enhancements that focused on key metrics including arrival to greet, greet to first order, low acuity length of stay.
- Reviewed ESI triage levels and provided feedback to staff members.
- Employee of the month 10/2023
Communications Nurse
Las Vegas Fire And Rescue
Las Vegas, NV
07.2017 - 03.2022
- Contributed to the implementation of a pilot program aimed at freeing up the 911 emergency system through handling low acuity calls.
- Assisted in redirecting 911 callers to appropriate care, reducing the burden on emergency departments for non-emergencies.
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Sunrise Children's Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Oversaw and managed the facilitation, coordination and delegation of patient care.
- Promoted effective communication between nursing staff and physicians by supervising nursing activities during assigned shifts or in the absence of nursing management.
- Evaluated care effectiveness and resolved issues impacting desired patient outcomes. Proactively addressed patient questions and alleviated concerns for patients and families.
- Coordinated departmental flow to meet and exceed patient expectations in line with corporate metric standards.
- Enabled employees to successfully reach quality and patient satisfaction goals by providing guidance and support, while demonstrating strong leadership skills
Registered Nurse
Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation
Phoenix, AZ
12.2013 - 05.2015
- Served as Trauma Nurse Leader at a busy level 1 trauma center, leading efforts in the emergency department comprised of 75 beds and equipped with 9 state-of-the-art trauma bays.
Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Sunrise Children's Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
06.2011 - 12.2013
- Oversaw and managed the facilitation, coordination and delegation of patient care.
- Promoted effective communication between nursing staff and physicians by supervising nursing activities during assigned shifts or in the absence of nursing management.
- Evaluated care effectiveness and resolved issues impacting desired patient outcomes. Proactively addressed patient questions and alleviated concerns for patients and families.
- Coordinated departmental flow to meet and exceed patient expectations in line with corporate metric standards.
- Enabled employees to successfully reach quality and patient satisfaction goals by providing guidance and support, while demonstrating strong leadership skills
- Assisted in program coordination and expansion of the SCAN (suspected child abuse and neglect) program.
Registered Nurse
Sunrise Children's Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
10.2008 - 06.2011
- Assess, plan, and evaluate care in the pediatric emergency department; prioritize based on acuity level and resources. Collaborate with physicians and cross-functional personnel to support patient care. Provide assistance during examinations, treatments, and procedures while offering patient education.
- Employee of the Month- March 2010
Nurse Apprentice
Sunrise Children's Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
05.2008 - 08.2008
- Assessed and provided care for patients upon admission to the emergency department while being supervised by a licensed RN.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nevada State College
Las Vegas, NV08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV05-2007
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Staff Development
- Quality Improvement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Staff Leadership
- Patient education and advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Emergency Response
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Multitasking and Organization
- Performance Improvement
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Nevada
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- ENPC
- PCAR
- ABLS
- CPI
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Sunrise Children's Hospital
04.2018 - Current
Communications Nurse
Las Vegas Fire And Rescue
07.2017 - 03.2022
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Sunrise Children's Hospital
05.2015 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation
12.2013 - 05.2015
Clinical Nurse Supervisor
Sunrise Children's Hospital
06.2011 - 12.2013
Registered Nurse
Sunrise Children's Hospital
10.2008 - 06.2011
Nurse Apprentice
Sunrise Children's Hospital
05.2008 - 08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nevada State College
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Development
University of Nevada, Reno
- Registered Nurse in Nevada
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
- ENPC
- PCAR
- ABLS
- CPI
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