Karlene Jarrett
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Highly motivated and patient-focused Registered Nurse seeking to leverage a strong foundation in clinical care and a passion for research in a role focused on clinical review and claim management. Aiming to utilize and expand expertise in analyzing medical records, conducting evidence-based research, and preparing detailed case summaries. Eager to contribute to effective claim management processes and to gain further knowledge and experience in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Maintained high clinical expertise in managing complex medical cases such as cardiac events, neurological disorders, and oncology treatments, ensuring optimal care delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality care and timely interventions.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Provided comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs, informing personalized care plans.
- Unit's Pain Resource Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.2002 - 09.2021
- Efficient in working with multidisciplinary team on an acute inpatient comprehensive Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Unit to ensure excellent patient care
- Provide nursing care for patients including neuro, orthopedic, renal, cardiac, transplant, and recently Covid19 patients
- Document accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Best Nurses Inc.
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Successful in working as Homecare Nurse taking care of ventilator-dependent patients to ensure effective nursing care.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Educate and supervise patient's family members regarding prevention strategies, self-care techniques, and nursing care needs.
- Maintained safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fieldston Lodge Care Center
08.1997 - 06.2002
- Efficient in providing antibiotic therapy, pain management, and administering medications to patients in the care center
- Directed and supported CNAs and rehab assistants while helping with the orientation and supervision of other LPNs and RNs
- Assisted general physicians and ENT specialists on their rounds and made accurate observations while providing inputs.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures
- Care for ventilator-dependent and peritoneal dialysis patients to ensure effective nursing care.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS
Adelphi, MD 05.2024
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD05.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse -
NYC Board of Education, Adult Practical Nursing Program
Brooklyn, NY12.1996
Skills
- Nursing Research & Evidence-Based Practice: Proficient in conducting nursing research and applying evidence-based practices to improve patient care and outcomes Skilled in utilizing academic and clinical resources to support healthcare decisions
- Medical Records Navigation: Competent in efficiently navigating through medical records to extract necessary information Adept at identifying critical data points to support case analysis and decision-making processes
- Strong Writing Skills: Demonstrated ability to communicate complex clinical information clearly and effectively through written documentation Experience in crafting research papers and detailed reports, showcasing ability to convey findings and recommendations coherently
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Can apply critical thinking to assess clinical data and research findings Proficient in synthesizing information to address clinical questions and improve care strategies
- Patient Care Management
- Patient Advocate
- EPIC, EPOE & Meditech Clinical Documentation
- Proficient in troubleshooting/providing ventilator care
- At-risk patient care
- Patient, Family, and Staff Education
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Records Management
Certification
- Maryland State Licensed Registered Nurse
- Maryland State Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certificate For Excellent and Dedicated Work - Morningside House Nursing Home
- Certificate of Special Recognition - Brooklyn Adult Learning Center
- CPR Certification
Area Of Expertise
- The Nursing Process
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Medication administration
- IV infusion
- Wound care
- Management of a ventilator-dependent patient
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Patient education
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical management of medical, surgical, and rehabilitation patients
Professional Highlights
- Worked on rehab poster for PM&R publication 2010 volume 2; issue 9 supp- S. Poster 4 Titled: Omissions in Discharge Summaries in Patients Being Discharged To and From a Rehabilitation Unit.
- Recognized as the Unit Champion for the last 2 Clinical Documentation platforms used by Johns Hopkins Hospital.
- Served various committees, including Fall Prevention and EPIC committees. Performed teaching and auditing of clinical documentation.
- Units Pain Resource Nurse
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- Maryland Nursing Association (MNA)
- Association for Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN)
Timeline
Charge Registered Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Best Nurses Inc.
06.2020 - 06.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.2002 - 09.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Fieldston Lodge Care Center
08.1997 - 06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS
Associates Degree in Nursing -
Baltimore City Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
NYC Board of Education, Adult Practical Nursing Program