KARI SUGARS
Saint Clair,MI
Summary
Assisted with medication administration and patient assessments to support healthcare teams in delivering quality care. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and promote disease prevention education. Provided dedicated support to patients through effective communication and education on health management.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
McLaren Macomb Hospital
Mt.Clemons, Michigan
01.2018 - Current
- Facilitated medication and treatment delivery in alignment with physician orders, prioritizing patient safety and regulatory compliance.
- Monitored patient vital signs consistently to ensure effective communication of critical alterations to the healthcare team.
- Conducted thorough evaluations and accurately recorded patient assessment findings to support optimal healthcare services.
- Provided in-depth health education to patients and families, focusing on strategies for health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Developed and maintained safety and hygiene practices to create a secure and healthy environment for patients.
- Guided patients through emotional challenges to foster effective coping mechanisms and enhance overall well-being.
- Streamlined patient information management processes through effective use of electronic health records.
- Partnered with various teams to formulate specific treatment plans focused on meeting individual patient requirements.
Registered Nurse
Lake Huron Medical Center
Port Huron, Michigan
06.2015 - 12.2017
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated changes to healthcare team.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented findings with precision.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive care plans.
- Maintained clean, safe environment for patients and staff welfare.
- Provided emotional support to patients in challenging circumstances.
- Utilized electronic health records for effective management of patient information.
Registered Nurse
St. Johns River District Hospital
East China , MI
03.2000 - 05.2014
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting significant changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in patient assessments, documenting findings with precision.
- Educated patients and families on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive care plans.
- Ensured a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
- Provided emotional support to patients during critical situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills for prompt assessment of clinical scenarios.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St Clair County Community College
Port Huron, MI05-2000
Skills
Administered medications to patients according to established protocols Assisted healthcare team with medication distribution to ensure patient compliance Supported safe medication delivery to enhance patient care
Assisted in evaluating patient conditions and monitored vital signs Supported healthcare teams in tracking patient progress and responses to treatment Contributed to patient evaluations and ongoing monitoring activities
Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance project outcomes
Oversaw electronic health records management to ensure data accuracy and compliance
Developed and implemented disease prevention education programs to enhance community health awareness
Assisted in identifying solutions to various challenges Supported teams in evaluating information to reach decisions Contributed to resolving issues through logical reasoning
Optimized scheduling and prioritization of tasks to enhance productivity
Assisted team members in completing projects effectively and efficiently Collaborated with colleagues to achieve shared goals and objectives Supported group efforts to enhance productivity and teamwork
Assisted in compiling medical records and reports Supported documentation processes for healthcare professionals Facilitated accurate reporting of patient information
Provided health care consultation and support to clients Assisted individuals in navigating health care options Facilitated access to necessary health care resources
Utilized SBAR communication techniques to clarify complex information for team members Assisted colleagues in implementing SBAR methods to improve communication effectiveness Adopted SBAR structure to facilitate clearer discussions during team meetings
Timeline
Registered Nurse
McLaren Macomb Hospital
01.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Lake Huron Medical Center
06.2015 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Johns River District Hospital
03.2000 - 05.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
St Clair County Community College