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Kimberlynn Karnes RN

Kimberlynn Karnes RN

RN/Recruiter
Evans,Georgia

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. As well as focused on using effective recruitment strategies and candidate pipelines to meet employment needs. Leverages traditional and online methods to bring in top talent.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Legal Nurse Consultant

Self Employed
10.2009 - Current
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.
  • Prepared case summaries for mediation conferences.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality and extreme discretion.
  • Screened medical records for merit
  • Instructed attorneys on Standards of Care
  • Give written recommendations according to the medical records received

Recruiter

Heuman People Solutions
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Verified applicant references and employment details.
  • Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
  • Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
  • Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
  • Maintained filing system of current, prospective and future positions.
  • Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.

RN-PACU,Pre-Op, Rad Tech

Evans Procedure Center
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • Responded to distress and adverse indications to prevent emergent conditions and stabilize patients.
  • Administered medications and IV fluids to monitor reactions, side effects and adverse effects.
  • Monitored vital signs and patient's tolerance to pain injections treatments.
  • Utilized Fowler's, supine, Sim's or prone positions to position patients for operations, maintaining patients' airways and circulation through procedure and preventing nerve damage.
  • Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
  • Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
  • Checked imaging equipment after every use to verify proper functioning.
  • Reviewed and evaluated developed x-rays, video tape or computer-generated information to determine satisfaction of images for diagnostic purposes.
  • Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients.
  • Helped patients into proper positions for procedures and provided instructions on remaining still for duration of each scan.
  • Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.

RN-PACU

Surgery Center Of Columbia Counrt
06.2020 - 09.2021
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
  • Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
  • Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
  • Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.b
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

RN PACU

UH Summerville
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria.
  • Educated patients about procedures, answered questions and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition to MD and Charge Nurse
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.

RN Labor & Delivery

Travel Nurse. Fusion Medical And RN Network
03.2018 - 08.2018
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Recorded each delivery using proper paperwork before leaving warehouse.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

RN- Labor and Delivery (Travel Nurse)

St. Francis Eastside, McLeod Regional
10.2017 - 08.2018
  • Labor and Delivered Patients
  • Approx 250 Deliveries a Month
  • Nursey Nurse @ Deliveries
  • Magnesium Drips.
  • IDDM Mothers
  • Preterm Labor
  • Monitored fluid intake and output levels.
  • Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
  • Maintained all confidential personnel files, license and CPR compliance records.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.

RN- Labor and Delivery/ Night Shift Charge Nurse

Trinity Hospital Of Augusta
07.1994 - 06.2017
  • Liaised between patients and physicians to ensure patient comprehension of treatment plans.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • The Knowledge of ACOG and AWHONN standards
  • Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting fetal heart monitors.
  • Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants
  • Labor and Delivery
  • Newborn Nursery
  • Standards of care
  • Adhere to policy and procedure
  • Operating Room
  • Recovery Room
  • Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
  • Charge Nurse for Labor and Delivery, NICU and Mother Baby
  • Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to the unit/shift.
  • Delegated staff nurse duties.



Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Augusta University(Augusta College)
Augusta Georgia
1994

Skills

  • Circulating OR
  • PACU
  • Labor and Delivery
  • Pain Management
  • Patient evaluation/intervention
  • Critical thinker
  • Strong work ethic
  • Conflict resolution ability
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Compassionate professional
  • Good clinical judgment
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Preceptor
  • Team player
  • Data Entry
  • Acute care expertise
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Legal Support
  • Nursing Standards
  • Literature Searches
  • Case Research
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Active Listening

Certification

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
  • Basic Life Support
  • Legal Nurse Consultant Certification-2009

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Recruiter

Heuman People Solutions
10.2022 - 11.2022

RN-PACU,Pre-Op, Rad Tech

Evans Procedure Center
09.2021 - 10.2022

RN-PACU

Surgery Center Of Columbia Counrt
06.2020 - 09.2021

RN PACU

UH Summerville
08.2018 - 06.2020

RN Labor & Delivery

Travel Nurse. Fusion Medical And RN Network
03.2018 - 08.2018

RN- Labor and Delivery (Travel Nurse)

St. Francis Eastside, McLeod Regional
10.2017 - 08.2018

Certified Legal Nurse Consultant

Self Employed
10.2009 - Current

RN- Labor and Delivery/ Night Shift Charge Nurse

Trinity Hospital Of Augusta
07.1994 - 06.2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Augusta University(Augusta College)
Kimberlynn Karnes RNRN/Recruiter