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Karla Kitchen

Registered Nurse
Jessup,MD

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Occupational Health NurseRegistered NurseNurse Educator/Clinical LiaisonCardiac Stepdown Registered NurseRegistered Nurse, PACU

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsTeam Building / Company Retreats

Summary

Dedicated Occupational Health Nurse with a proven track record in workplace safety, hazard identification, and health promotion. Skilled in developing wellness programs that enhance employee education in health and safety. Skilled in risk assessment, injury prevention, and health education. Known for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and adaptability to evolving workplace needs. Reliable, empathetic, and results-driven, ensuring optimal health outcomes in dynamic work environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
1500 Forest Glen Rd
01.2017 - 12.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and best practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
  • Monitored patient progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare providers.
  • Trained and mentored new nursing staff on hospital policies and procedures.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care outcomes.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize clinical workflows and efficiency.
  • Conducted patient education sessions, promoting health literacy and self-management strategies.

Nurse Educator/Clinical Liaison

Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
1500 Forest Glen Rd
01.2017 - 12.2024
  • Developed and implemented educational programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical competencies.
  • Facilitated hands-on training sessions to improve patient care techniques and safety protocols.
  • Evaluated nursing education effectiveness through assessments and feedback mechanisms.
  • Streamlined onboarding processes, improving efficiency and reducing time-to-competency for new hires.

Occupational Health Nurse

Food And Drug Administration
White Oak, Maryland
10.2024 - 12.2025
  • Monitored workplace environments for potential hazards, ensuring adherence to OSHA regulations and guidelines.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical practices, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
  • Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
  • Conducted regular health screenings to detect potential health issues early, improving overall workforce wellbeing.
  • Facilitated communication between employees and management regarding occupational health concerns, promoting an open dialogue around workplace safety issues.

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
8600 Old Georgetown Rd
09.2000 - 10.2002
  • Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
  • Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
  • Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams during daily rounds for discussing patient cases and treatment plans that ensured continuity of care throughout hospital stays.
  • Skillfully managed acute symptoms presented by patients experiencing chest pain or dysrhythmia, resulting in prompt medical intervention when necessary.

Registered Nurse, PACU

Suburban General Hospital
8600 Old Georgetown Rd
09.2000 - 2002
  • Monitored patient vitals post-anesthesia to ensure safe recovery.
  • Administered medications and managed pain control protocols effectively.
  • Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate smooth patient transitions.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care requirements.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
1992

Skills

  • Workplace safety
  • Hazard identification
  • Clinical judgment
  • Immunization administration
  • Health promotion
  • Preventive care
  • Infection control
  • Medical record-keeping

Timeline

Occupational Health Nurse

Food And Drug Administration
10.2024 - 12.2025

Registered Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2024

Nurse Educator/Clinical Liaison

Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2024

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
09.2000 - 10.2002

Registered Nurse, PACU

Suburban General Hospital
09.2000 - 2002

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Temple University

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