Mary Karsgor
Kingman,Arizona
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 10 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Kingman Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - Current
- Assessed daily 10-20 patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered injections to patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Gathered lab specimens and ordered testing.
- Submit medications for refill in EMR for Provider to sign/send to Pharmacy.
- Submit orders in EMR for Provider to sign/send.
- Submit Prior Authorizations for medication either via Fax or through Covermymeds.
- Maintain flow of patients and appointments for Provider.
LPN
The Gardens Rehab & Care Center
03.2013 - 10.2016
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from 30+ patients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
LPN School Nurse
Kingman Unified School District 20
08.2012 - 10.2016
- Responsible for care and well being of 1500 students and staff.
- Administered, monitored and properly stored of all medications
- Keep current on all medical records which includes updated Vaccination records and routine hearing/vision screenings.
Education
Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZ07.2012
High School Diploma -
Kingman High School
Kingman, AZ05.1992
Skills
- Tuberculosis Testing, Vaccine and medication administration
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Supply Requisition and Inventory
- EMR Systems
- EKG Administration
- Medical Records Management
- HIPAA Protocols
- Documenting Vital Signs
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Timeline
LPN
Kingman Regional Medical Center
10.2016 - Current
LPN
The Gardens Rehab & Care Center
03.2013 - 10.2016
LPN School Nurse
Kingman Unified School District 20
08.2012 - 10.2016
Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Mohave Community College
High School Diploma -
Kingman High School
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