Karley Winters
Chatham,IL
Summary
Professional, organized, energetic, patient, and compassionate Registered Nurse with over 7 years of healthcare experience seeking a Director position at Children's House. My practice thus far has assisted me in developing nursing and interpersonal skills such as family interactions, insight on how to handle and resolve everyday situations, perform timely, accurate documentation and has strengthened my ability to maintain an accommodating and productive working relationship with every member of the team. As a registered nurse, I am highly motivated, and I desire to take on new challenges that come along with the Children's House daycare. I am committed to adapting to new situations, multitasking, and providing families with trustworthy care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sarcoma Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Travel Nurse
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
Seattle, WA
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
- Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
- Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Wrote detailed notes regarding patient discussions in patient charts.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room, Travel Nurse
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Seattle, WA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
Registered Nurse, Radiation Oncology
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
- Provided patients with information on range of subjects, not limited to side effects from radiation and chemotherapy and benefits of proper nutrition during treatment.
- Emotionally supported patients receiving treatment by carefully listening and offering comfort.
- Expertly explained diagnoses to patients and discussed next steps for treatment and care in easy-to-understand terminology.
- Wrote detailed notes regarding patient discussions, including information in patient charts.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Contacted insurance carriers to obtain authorizations, notifications and pre-certifications for patients.
- Coordinated resolutions for issues and appealed denied authorizations.
- Applied knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payer requirements utilizing on-line eligibility systems to verify patient coverage and policy limitations.
- Performed detailed medical reviews of prior authorization request, following established criteria and protocols.
- Scheduled peer to peer reviews for physicians to discuss medical necessity with insurance providers.
- Explained to entire healthcare team importance of providing in-depth, accurate medical records and documentation
- Acquired strong background in medical terms, illnesses and conditions and medical procedures.
- Pulled patient records and transferred information to appropriate parties.
- Set up patient charts and documented information in various company software.
- Entered patient insurance, demographic and health information into software and confirmed records.
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
- Worked with management to identify and implement initiatives to increase nursing staff retention, morale and satisfaction.
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
08.2017 - 02.2019
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.
- Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield , IL
06.2013 - 08.2017
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunrise Skilled Nursing Facility
Virden, IL
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois State University
Normal, IL08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Psychology
Greenville University
Greenville, IL05.2016
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
Auburn, IL05.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Capital Area Career Center
Springfield, IL06.2012
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- NIHSS Certification
- Proficient in Epic, Meditech, Aria, Citrix, Excel, Microsoft Word
- Patient Monitoring
- Medical Screening
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Diagnostic Tools Experience
- Documenting Vitals
- Community Advocate
- Nursing Plan Development
- Culturally Sensitive
- Strong Medical Ethic
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Flow Sheet Charting
- Coordinating Referrals
- Organization
- Work Ethic
- Communication
Professional References
Dr. P. Nanavati
Radiation Oncologist
Memorial Medical Center
701 N. First Street
Springfield, IL 62781
W: (217) 788-3260 M: (217) 691-4219
Jordan Jarzen, NP, RN
Instructor in Nursing
Illinois College
1101 West College Avenue
Jacksonville, Illinois 62650
W: (217) 245-3740 M: (618) 979-0104
Courtney Koester, RN
Registered Nurse, Radiation Therapy
Memorial Medical Center
701 N. First Street
Springfield, IL
W: (217) 788-3260 M: (217) 415-1989
Timeline
Sarcoma Clinical Nurse Coordinator, Travel Nurse
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
02.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Operating Room, Travel Nurse
Virginia Mason Medical Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse, Radiation Oncology
Memorial Medical Center
02.2019 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse, Operating Room
Memorial Medical Center
08.2017 - 02.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Memorial Medical Center
06.2013 - 08.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunrise Skilled Nursing Facility
06.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science - Health Psychology
Greenville University
High School Diploma -
Auburn High School
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Capital Area Career Center