Karol Oakley-Wood
Leander,TX
Summary
Versatile, experienced registered nurse with extensive background in behavioral health, chemical dependency, telemetry and med-surg settings. Dedicated professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Well-versed in developing and implementing effective treatment plans and monitoring patient progress. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Integral Care
Austin, Texas
05.2025 - Current
- Conducts mental health assessments and documents client progress regularly.
- Provides crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to manage challenging behaviors.
- Advocates for clients' needs in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and implements outlined treatment plans to improve outcomes.
- Assists in group therapy sessions to promote peer support and engagement.
- Educates clients on SAMS training to facilitate understanding and effective management of medication regimens.
- Promotes trauma-informed practices to provide clients with a therapeutic environment that fosters safety and healing.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Rock Springs Behavioral Health Hospital
Georgetown, TX
12.2017 - Current
- Exceptional knowledge and working experience with adults and adolescents in both acute care inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings.
- Handle vital sign monitoring, CIWAS/COWS scales, medication administration, and patient behavior assessments.
- Educates patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment, and disease management, equipping them with tools to achieve and maintain optimal psychiatric and mental health.
- Implements evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
- Collaborates with treatment team and service providers using interprofessional interdisciplinary team approach for continuity of care.
- Trained and mentored new RNs and support staff on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Maintains outpatient facility infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
Diversion Center Psychiatric RN
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services
Georgetown, TX
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Responsibilities including, but not limited to: nursing triage and assessment of clients in acute crisis upon admission, patient education regarding diagnosis, and medication administration and monitoring.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members while advocating for client needs.
- Provides RN delegation and training to support staff within the center.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton
Austin, TX
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Monitored cardiac patient post-op vitals, fluids, reviewed post-op orders, and assimilated patients to unit.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX05-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Clear Patient Communication
- Accurate Documentation
- Compassionate and Caring
Certification
• Licensed Registered Nurse - 2017
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2017-present
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification 2017-present
• Safety Care Training 2025-present
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 2017-present
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification 2017-present
• Safety Care Training 2025-present
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Integral Care
05.2025 - Current
Diversion Center Psychiatric RN
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services
10.2022 - 03.2023
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Rock Springs Behavioral Health Hospital
12.2017 - Current
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton
06.2017 - 11.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington