Kari Jarvis
orma,West Virginia
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Minnie Hamilton Health System, showcasing expertise in medication and IV administration alongside exceptional patient advocacy. Excelled in delivering high-quality patient care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction through innovative wound care techniques and effective team mentorship. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and a commitment to continuous professional development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Minnie Hamilton Health System
06.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
LPN
Roane General Hospital
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
LPN
Clay Health Center
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Charleston
Charleston, WV08.2021
Certificate - License Practical Nurse
Pierpont Community And Technical College
Fairmont, WV04.2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- IV setup
- Care Plan Development
Certification
- Wound Nursing Certification (WCC) - Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Minnie Hamilton Health System
06.2021 - Current
LPN
Clay Health Center
08.2019 - 02.2020
LPN
Roane General Hospital
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Wound Nursing Certification (WCC) - Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board.
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Charleston
Certificate - License Practical Nurse
Pierpont Community And Technical College
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