Karley Karr
Vidor
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas
Beaumont, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Managed critically ill and trauma patients, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored care plans that addressed individual patient needs.
- Administered medications, blood products, procedural sedation and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment.
- Assisted with emergency procedures including intubation, central line placements, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture and conscious sedation in ages from neonates to elderly.
- Recognized and responded to code blue, STEMI, sepsis, stroke, trauma and behavioral health emergencies
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize nursing interventions.
- Educated patients and families on diagnosis, medications, discharge instructions, and health management, improving understanding of conditions and treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation in the electronic medical record while overseeing care for multiple high-acuity patients, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
- Served as a patient advocate while ensuring safe, evidence based care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nurising
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12-2023
Skills
- Patient assessment
- IV therapy and vascular access
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Sepsis management
- Emergency medication administration
- Emergency certifications
Certification
- PALS
- BLS
- ACLS
- TNCC
- ENPC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas
12.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nurising
Lamar University
Education committee
As an Emergency Department Education Committee member, I was partnered with nurse educators and leadership to support staff education, orientation, competency assessments and continuing professional development. I also assisted with educational initiatives aimed at improving patient care, clinical skills and evidence based practice.