Karrie Besherse
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable Registered Nurse with Progressive Care and Emergency Department experience in high-acuity hospital environments. Brings 2 years of PCU nursing experience and Emergency Department RN experience, supported by 2.5 years as an Emergency Department Technician. Skilled in rapid patient assessment, triage prioritization, cardiac monitoring, emergency interventions, medication administration, and ultrasound-guided IV insertion. Proven ability to manage multiple patients, respond effectively during trauma activations and medical emergencies, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
Eureka, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Perform rapid triage assessments to prioritize treatment for patients in a high-volume emergency department
- Initiate emergency interventions including IV access, medication administration, oxygen therapy, and cardiac monitoring
- Utilize ultrasound-guided IV insertion to obtain vascular access in difficult access patients
Acute Care RN
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
Eureka, CA
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Improved patient outcomes by administering timely and accurate medication based on physician orders.
- Supported the achievement of departmental goals by participating in quality improvement projects focused on enhancing nursing practice standards.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare providers during handoffs or transfers between units.
Tech II
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
Eureka, CA
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when transporting patients via stretcher or wheelchair.
- Conducted EKG tests under the direction of the physician or registered nurse.
- Obtained specimens for laboratory testing following established protocols.
Lab Assistant
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
Eureka, CA
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Provided supportive activities in the operation of the lab, samples and related daily maintenance.
- Monitored inventory levels of laboratory supplies, identified shortages, and ordered replacements when needed.
- Prepared, stored, and transferred samples for testing.
Registration Specialist
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
Eureka, CA
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Documented all activities related to patient registration in accordance with company guidelines.
- Processed payments from patients, including cash, check, credit card transactions.
- Performed accurate financial counseling services for outpatients prior to discharge.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA05-2023
High School Diploma -
Eureka Senior High
Eureka, CA06-2011
Skills
- Phlebotomy Experience
- Expertise in Ultrasound-Assisted IV Insertion
- Wound Care Management
- Custom Splint Fabrication
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) – State of California
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – Emergency Nurses Association
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Acute Care RN
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
08.2023 - 08.2025
Tech II
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
02.2021 - 08.2023
Lab Assistant
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
08.2019 - 02.2021
Registration Specialist
Providence St. Joseph Hospital
06.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Redwoods
High School Diploma -
Eureka Senior High