Karie Dwyer
Spring Hill,FL
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse offering background with acute patient care, OB-GYN, and oncology. Delivering comprehensive nursing services in high-acuity settings. Utilizes critical thinking and advanced clinical skills to improve patient outcomes. Notable ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Care RN
Advent Health Connerton LTAC
Land O' Lakes, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Performing wound care management, including assessments, dressing changes, treatment, and documentation.
- Maximized patient comfort through proper pain management techniques and close collaboration with physicians to adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Mitigated risk factors associated with falls or pressure injuries by conducting regular skin assessments and implementing preventative measures tailored to each patient's specific needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Clinical Medical Assistant
Northwest Oncology & Hematology
Hoffman Estates, IL
11.2015 - 02.2017
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens for analysis and testing.
- Provided assistance to clinical staff during patient visits.
- Collected specimens from pediatric, adult, geriatric, and special needs patients.
- Processed samples accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Clinical OB/GYN Medical Assistant
Advanced Women's Healthcare
Elk Grove Village, IL
01.1998 - 10.2015
- Performed patients' vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Phlebotomy
- Provided direct assistance during minor surgical procedures.
- Administered injections and immunizations per protocol.
- Assisted physicians with patient exams and treatments.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing.
- Recorded patient medical histories and documented vital signs in electronic medical records system.
- Ordered diagnostic tests, scheduled appointments and maintained patient charts according to established protocols.
- Processed prescription refills as directed by physician or nurse practitioner requests.
- Transported specimens to lab for analysis or delivered reports to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies and ordered replacements when necessary.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
12-2024
Advent Health Residency
04-2026
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication assessment
- Cardiac monitoring
- Airway management
- IV therapy
- Catheter care
- Diabetes management
- Wound care
- Infection Control
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification American Heart Association 08-17-2026
- Basic Rhythm Interpretation 2025
Timeline
Acute Care RN
Advent Health Connerton LTAC
04.2025 - Current
Clinical Medical Assistant
Northwest Oncology & Hematology
11.2015 - 02.2017
Clinical OB/GYN Medical Assistant
Advanced Women's Healthcare
01.1998 - 10.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College
Advent Health Residency