Karla Dyson
Middletown,NY
Summary
Skilled healthcare professional with strong background in wound care. Proven ability to assess, plan, and implement effective treatment plans. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Adept at utilizing advanced wound care techniques and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Nurse
Bronx Care Heath System
07.2023 - Current
- Evaluated wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Conducted regular assessments of patients'' wounds to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advancements in wound care research, incorporating new findings into practice for better results.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Documented and examined patient recovery and reported progress to doctors for effective management.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing overall wound care services within the facility.
Clinical Nurse
New York Presbyterian Hospital
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall efficiency within the unit.
- Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
Wound Care Nurse
The New Jewish Home
11.2019 - 07.2022
- Provide hands-on wound care for all difficult and non-healing wounds
- Organize multidisciplinary wound and skin rounds on a weekly basis
- Participate in Quality and Performance Improvement
- Provide a full range of care from wound treatment and application of wound V.A.C systems
- Train patients and/or caretakers on treatment procedures for after discharge
- Reduced wound infection rates through strict adherence to aseptic protocols and proper wound dressing procedures.
Community Health Nurse
Center Light Health Team Care
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Conducting Uniform Assessment System (UAS) for NY assessments
- Case management for 40+ participants
- Coordination and collaboration of biweekly care plans
- Conducted home visits for at-risk patients, providing necessary medical care and support for improved wellbeing.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Communicated with physicians and practitioners for patient care concerns to obtain orders and intervention protocols.
Registered Nurse Skilled Nursing/ Rehab Center
UPMC Susquehanna
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Supervise and assist in training for Certified Nursing Assistants & Licensed Practical Nurses
- Tracheostomies, ventilator care, gastrostomy tube maintenance, ostomy care
- Monitor client’s change of condition/treatment to decrease re-hospitalization
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse Orthopedic/Medical Surgical Unit
UPMC Susquehanna
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Implemented, coordinated, and directed patient care
- Utilized clinical expertise to administer medications, injections, IV therapy, venipuncture, wound care, maintenance of JP drains and hemovacs
- Performed daily health assessments to evaluate patient's physical, mental and emotional status
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
Denver, CO01-2022
Skills
- Bilingual
- Patient Education
- Physical Assessment
- Quality Improvement
- Healthcare management
- Staff Training
- Intervention Planning
- Negative Pressure Therapy
- Venous Leg Ulcer Treatment
- Clinical judgment
- Wound Care
- Pressure Ulcer Management
Certificationsandlicensures
- Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse: Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board
- Registered Nurse: New York State Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified by American Heart Association
Accomplishments
.
- Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Supervised team of 30 staff members.
- Achieved decrease in pressure injuries through effectively helping with pressure injury prevention compliance.
Certification
- Wound and Ostomy Nursing Certification (CWON) - Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board.
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse- Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Wound Care Nurse
Bronx Care Heath System
07.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse
New York Presbyterian Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Wound Care Nurse
The New Jewish Home
11.2019 - 07.2022
Community Health Nurse
Center Light Health Team Care
09.2017 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse Skilled Nursing/ Rehab Center
UPMC Susquehanna
06.2016 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse Orthopedic/Medical Surgical Unit
UPMC Susquehanna
06.2015 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Aspen University
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