Karlie Francis
Columbus,GA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in providing exceptional Patient Care, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and strong clinical judgment. Adept at educating families and advocating for patients, fostering a supportive environment that promotes healing and satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Rivertowne Center
5131 Warm Springs Road
01.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Charge Nurse
Life Care Center of Waynesville
700 Birch Ln, Waynesville, MO 65583
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Wound Care Nurse
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation
1200 McCutchen Rd, Rolla, MO 65401
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Evaluated patients'' 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing
University of Belize
Belize City, Belize05-2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient management
- Professional bedside manner
- Family education
- Taking vitals
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Rivertowne Center
01.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
Life Care Center of Waynesville
03.2024 - 01.2025
Wound Care Nurse
Aurora Health and Rehabilitation
03.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing
University of Belize