Kara McLain
Rocky Top
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Select Specialty Hospital, showcasing proficiency in critical care and patient recovery. Excelled in structured task management and effective communication, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and care quality. Adept in ACLS/BLS, contributing to the development of comprehensive treatment plans and mentorship of new staff.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Provided care to patients in a critical illness recovery setting, including patients with trachs, patients on dialysis and with long-term feeding mechanisms.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Nurse Assistant
Blount Memorial Hospital
02.2016 - 12.2021
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Dealt with a vast patient population
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN05-2022
Associate of Science - General Studies
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TN05-2015
High School Diploma -
Campbell County Comprehensive High School
City Of La Follette, TN05-2013
Skills
- Structured Task Management
- ACLS and BLS certified
- Responsive to New Situations
- Effective Communicator
- Proficient in Powerpoint, Excel
- Detail-Oriented Analysis
- Client Support
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Select Speciality Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Nurse Assistant
Blount Memorial Hospital
02.2016 - 12.2021
- ACLS
- BLS
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pellissippi State Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies
Roane State Community College
High School Diploma -
Campbell County Comprehensive High School
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