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Family Nurse Practitioner Student

Zachary Karn

Purdue University Global
Fort Collins,CO
Zachary Karn

Summary

Motivated Family Nurse Practitioner student seeking a clinical placement opportunity. Accomplished nursing professional with strong clinical leadership, decision-making, and cardiac monitoring expertise. Committed to patient safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and high-quality, holistic patient care.

Work History

Charge Nurse, Cardiovascular Acute Care

10 Years 1 Month
UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital | 07.2016 - Current
  • 2023 Magnet Nurse Award, Transformational Leadership recipient.
  • Implemented evidence-based protocols to improve patient safety.
  • Led nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced hospital environment.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary efforts to deliver integrated and holistic care for patients.
  • Directed nursing care coordination on unit through strategic staff assignments, facilitating physician rounds and monitoring patient orders.

Family Nurse Practitioner Student

10 Months
Purdue University Global | 10.2025 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to inform treatment plans and improve health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and ensure continuity of services.
  • Developed individualized health education materials to promote wellness and prevent disease in diverse populations.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to optimize patient management and streamline clinical workflows.

Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular

2 Years
UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital | 07.2014 - 07.2016
  • Administered patient-focused cardiovascular care, ensuring adherence to protocols and enhancing patient safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythms, promptly identifying changes and responding to emergencies effectively.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for cardiac patients.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens and lifestyle modifications.

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Purdue University | West Lafayette, IN | 09-2027
  • Alpha Sigma Lambda Member

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO
  • Academic Scholar Award

Skills

  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Clinical assessment
  • Care coordination
  • Clinical leadership
  • Decision making
  • Team-oriented approach

Certification

  • CPR/Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
  • Crisis Prevention Institute Certification
  • Registered Nurse License (RN.1627385)
Zachary KarnFamily Nurse Practitioner Student