Kari Frugard
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
QMHP
Life Consultants, Inc.
Portsmouth, United States
02.2022 - Current
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for patient rights in healthcare, legal and community-based settings.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored therapeutic interventions and counseling techniques.
- Supported clients' recovery by conducting regular progress assessments and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Served as an advocate for clients, collaborating with external agencies to coordinate additional resources and support services when necessary.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
Portsmouth ,VA
08.2017 - 04.2024
- Utilize assessment skills to create patient specific care plans
- Collaborate with case management and discharge planners to discharge patients home with home healthcare or to skilled nursing facilities
- Initiate and manage cardiac drips according to protocol
- Administered medications and assisted with bedside procedures
- Act as charge nurse and preceptor on an eighteen-bed, high-acuity unit
- Supported families in navigating complex healthcare systems, assisting with insurance issues and appointment scheduling.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
- Optimized patient outcomes through proactive identification of potential complications or changes in condition requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
Chesapeake, United States
03.2016 - 07.2017
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
Education
Baccalaureate of Registered Nursing (BSN) -
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science: Registered Nursing -
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VASkills
- Care plan Development
- Epic
- MS Office
- Skilled Assessments
- Admission/discharge planning
- Cultural Awareness
- Problem-Resolution
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Wound Care
- IV initiation, maintenance
- Medical Records Management
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Virginia State Board of Nursing, 0001263658
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified
- Medical/Surgical Certified Registered Nurse (MSCRN)
Timeline
QMHP
Life Consultants, Inc.
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center
08.2017 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
03.2016 - 07.2017
Baccalaureate of Registered Nursing (BSN) -
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science: Registered Nursing -
Tidewater Community College