Karie Patton
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Dedicated, compassionate and highly motivated Registered Nurse (RN) with a 13 year progressive career history in direct patient care, triage, clinical education and case management coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm and organized under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently develops strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cluster Nurse Leader
North East Independent School District
2020.06 - Current
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff by providing training on first aid, CPR, and other health-related topics.
Clinical Field Specialist/Educator
Celling Biosciences
2013.10 - 2020.04
- Fostered positive working relationships with physicians and hospital staff through proactive communication and problem-solving initiatives.
- Provided operating room case coverage assisting surgeons in harvesting stem cells for regenerative medicine and pharmaceutical applications.
- Delivered high-quality results under pressure by adapting quickly to changing circumstances in the field environment.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of training materials.
- Served as a subject matter expert in regenerative medicine therapies, offering specialized instruction to enhance skill sets among physicians and surgical technicians.
Critical Care Charge Nurse/Clinical Nurse Leader
Methodist Texsan Hospital
2011.12 - 2013.10
- Coordinated nursing care through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels to ensure highest patient satisfaction.
- Administered infusion medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families during difficult transitions.
- Delivered high-quality direct patient care including trauma, cardiovascular, neurologic, pulmonary, and surgical cases.
- Counseled patients and families on treatments, care options and discharge instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Science Center
Lubbock, Texas12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas05.1999
Skills
- Detail oriented and respectful patient assessment, care and advocacy
- Strong clinical judgment and instruction
- Proactive and compassionate leader
- Productive computer skills and strong communicator
- Passionate patient safety advocator
- Engaging presentation skills
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Texas
- BLS and Stop the Bleed Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cluster Nurse Leader
North East Independent School District
2020.06 - Current
Clinical Field Specialist/Educator
Celling Biosciences
2013.10 - 2020.04
Critical Care Charge Nurse/Clinical Nurse Leader
Methodist Texsan Hospital
2011.12 - 2013.10
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Texas A&M University
- Registered Nurse in Texas
- BLS and Stop the Bleed Certified
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