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Kari Miller-Delawder
Staunton,VA
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Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with 30 years of experience providing exceptional patient care. Improving patient outcomes and satisfaction through effective care planning, patient education and compliance with medical protocol. A strong commitment to maintaining patient safety and confidentiality. Seeking to bring my expertise to a dynamic healthcare team to continue delivering high quality patient care.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Hemodialysis Nurse
UVA Health
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Administered hemodialysis treatments to 8 patients daily ensuring safety and comfort throughout procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses during dialysis sessions, adjusting care as needed.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures, dietary restrictions, and self-care techniques for improved health outcomes.
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Augusta Health Hospital
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Assessed patient conditions and provided immediate care in high-pressure environments.
- Facilitated emergency response efforts during critical situations, demonstrating strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
- Reduced wait times by implementing effective time management strategies and multitasking abilities in a high-stress environment.
Medical-Surgical, Registered Nurse
Augusta Health Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2023
- Managed patients with multiple chronic health conditions, acute episodes of care and behavioral health challenges while promoting and supporting prevention and wellness.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
UVA Health
11.2011 - 12.2014
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
- Served as a liaison between the surgical team and family members, providing timely updates on patient progress.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg, VA01-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Charlottesville, VA01-2011
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Charlottesville Albemarle Technical Education Cent
Charlottesville, VA01-1995
Skills
- Phlebotomy and IV Placement
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Dialysis machine operation
- Personal Care Needs
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Emergency response
- Central line management
- Nasogastric Tube Placement
- Catheter care
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Trach Care
- Fluid Management
- Feeding Tube Management
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Hemodialysis Nurse
UVA Health
07.2025 - 12.2025
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Augusta Health Hospital
03.2024 - 03.2025
Medical-Surgical, Registered Nurse
Augusta Health Hospital
01.2015 - 03.2023
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
UVA Health
11.2011 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Mennonite University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Charlottesville Albemarle Technical Education Cent