Karin Comer
Wyoming Nursing License #24180
Casper,WY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths. Knowledgeable about charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Wyoming Behavioral Institute
12.2012 - 12.2023
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post hospitalization.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
Long Term Care RN
Life Care Center
01.2007 - 10.2012
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Assessed patients' pain levels and provided appropriate interventions to maintain optimal comfort during their stay in long-term care facility.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Managed medication administration, wound care, and other essential nursing tasks for optimal patient outcomes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
Casper, WY05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY05.1994
Timeline
RN
Wyoming Behavioral Institute
12.2012 - 12.2023
Long Term Care RN
Life Care Center
01.2007 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Casper College
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Wyoming
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