Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Karin Cape

Salem,OR

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors, nurses, medical assistants, and a multitude of other highly skilled interdisciplinary specialists to maintain best healthcare practices and standards.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN

oregon specialty group
Salem, OR
06.2009 - 05.2024
  • Supervised staff at Cascade ID and Infusion, involved in hiring process, served as wound care specialist. In addition, mastered IV and infusion skills. Also have knowledge in specialty medications such as Influximab, IVIG, and other life saving medications. Wound care certified for 10 years, Orthopedic certified prior. Flexible, cross trained, frequently serving as charge nurse. Held a managerial position assisting with staff meetings. worked in a COVID treatment area administering Sotrovimab monoclonal antibodies. Charge Nurse June 1999 to May 2016 Salem Hospital, Salem Oregon. Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient processes and treatment implementations. Assessed patients' treatment progress and communicated findings to the on-call practitioner in order to maintain or adjust prescribed care. Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to implement effective treatment plans for a variety of acute and chronic illnesses. Administered medications and treatments to patients as directed by the attending provider. Responsible for an accurate narcotic count, completed clinical tasks in accordance with hospital policy. Oversaw patient admissions and discharges from the hospital to a variety of settings, including home care, rehabilitation facilities and self care. Applied critical thinking skills to identify patient needs and provide the safest, most appropriate treatment. Educated new hires in regards to hospital policies and procedures, patient care protocols, and patient interventions. Administered oral medications, intramuscular injections, and intravenous fluids as ordered. Assisted in spearheading the company Cascade ID and Infusion. Became a team leader and valued nurse in the clinic. Fortunate to have my BSN funded by the company for joining full time from per diem. Held ADN licensure prior. Worked at Cascade ID and Infusion and Salem Hospital simultaneously while attending online courses.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
08-2013

Skills

  • Discharge Planning
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Quality Improvement
  • Health Promotion
  • Basic Life Support
  • Case Management
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Infectious disease control
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Wound Care
  • Physical assessments
  • Follow-up calls
  • Emergency Procedures

Affiliations

Interests are traveling, outdoor activities, reading, family and friend gatherings, and gaining new knowledge, particularly from other people and experiences. Won an award for mentorship from Salem Hospital.

Accomplishments

Graduated with a 3.88, made the Dean's list twice. Participated in Pressure ulcer prevention and safety committees at Salem Hospital, as well as initiated the creation of the lift team, preventing many staff injuries. Preceptor for students and new hires from 1999 to present.

Certification

  • Current RN BSN, BLS,WCCN. Prior ACLS, PALS, ONC.

Timeline

RN

oregon specialty group
06.2009 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Karin Cape