Karin Curto
Gallatin
Summary
With over twenty-three years of experience in nursing and healthcare management, I have consistently demonstrated a strong ability to develop and lead nursing staff toward achieving organizational objectives. My expertise lies in utilization review, budget management, and implementing efficiency improvement strategies, while fostering an environment of excellent interpersonal communication and organizational efficiency. My leadership skills, coupled with critical thinking, and conflict resolution abilities, have been instrumental in overcoming challenges and ensuring smooth operations within healthcare settings. I am seeking a position that offers opportunities for continued professional growth and advancement, where I can leverage my proven track record to contribute effectively. Driven registered nurse with several years of experience caring for patients within setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN CNC
Centennial Medical Center
Nashville
01.2023 - Current
- Utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health promotion.
- Develop and manage relationships with other healthcare providers to ensure positive care outcomes.
- Demonstrated expertise in providing patient-centered care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to provide excellent patient care.
Manager of Case Management
Skyline Medical Center
Nashville
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Manage a staff of 25+ employees, including nurse case managers and social workers.
- Creating and maintaining a positive work environment while motivating employees to do their best work.
- Providing resources for patients' families to help facilitate the best post-acute care outcomes.
- Mentoring and training new staff.
RN Clinic Manager
Centennial Heart
Nashville
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Responsibilities include staffing, budgeting, and supply management.
- Hiring new staff, implementing training, and coaching orientations for new staff.
- Managed the delivery of nursing services and patient care to meet quality, clinical, and utilization standards for staff.
- Develop and implement action plans to improve staff development and the delivery of patient care.
RN Case Manager
Skyline Medical Center
Nashville
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Achieved departmental goals by implementing new processes for in-patient care.
- Identified high-risk cases requiring intensive monitoring and specialized interventions.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to optimize patient outcomes.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources for enhanced support services.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies for additional assistance.
Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist
Tri-star Horizon Medical Center
Dickson
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Facilitated communication between internal and external referral sources and inpatient rehabilitation operations.
- Established strong relationships with case managers, physicians, and other referral sources.
- Achieved recognition as one of the top performers in rehabilitation specialist role.
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing rehabilitation processes across multiple stakeholders.
Charge Nurse: Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Centennial Medical Center
Nashville
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Served as designated charge nurse for cardiac step-down unit.
- Managed care for cardiac patients with MI, CHF, chest pain, unstable angina, and CAD.
- Prepared patients for open-heart surgery to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Facilitated patient and family education on care plans and discharge processes.
Staff Nurse: Mash Position: Telemetry Unit
Martin Memorial Health System
Stuart
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Taking care of cardiac patients admitted with diagnoses of MI, CHF, chest pain, unstable angina, and CAD.
- Preparing patients for open-heart surgery.
- Aiding with patient and family education, maintenance of care plans, and discharge plans.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Ocean Medical Center
Brick
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Responsible for the treatment and care of patients with acute illnesses that include congestive heart failure, acute myocardial infarction, unstable angina, pulmonary embolism, as well as post-surgical intensive care patients.
Education
RN-BSN - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
KY10.2024
Associates Degree - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05.2001
Skills
- Care coordination and case management
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Team leadership and resource management
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Health care consultation
- Multitasking skills
- ACLS and BLS certification
- Utilization Review
Certification
- RN
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Winner 2024
Timeline
RN CNC
Centennial Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Manager of Case Management
Skyline Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
RN Clinic Manager
Centennial Heart
01.2021 - 01.2022
RN Case Manager
Skyline Medical Center
01.2019 - 01.2021
Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist
Tri-star Horizon Medical Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
Charge Nurse: Cardiac Step-Down Unit
Centennial Medical Center
01.2007 - 01.2017
Staff Nurse: Mash Position: Telemetry Unit
Martin Memorial Health System
01.2005 - 01.2007
Assistant Nurse Manager
Ocean Medical Center
01.2001 - 01.2005
RN-BSN - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associates Degree - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
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