CAROLINE A. OPAR
Catasauqua
Summary
Patient-oriented licensed nurse in Pennsylvanian state, Texas State and Republic of Kenya. Expert in maternal and neonatal health with top-notched Therapy/Counseling and Administrative and management skills. Develop positive relationships with customers to ensure medical safety and business growth.
Experienced with overseeing nursing staff and managing patient care processes efficiently. Utilizes leadership skills to ensure high standards of patient care and team performance. Knowledge of healthcare regulations and best practices in nursing supervision.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN SUPERVISOR
Cedar Crest Post Acute Care
1265 S Cedar Crest
01.2024 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Implemented training programs to enhance clinical skills and foster team development.
- Coordinated daily operations, optimizing workflow for improved patient outcomes.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on individual needs.
- Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
RN SUPERVISOR
ProMedica
1265 S Cedar Crest
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Led quality assurance initiatives to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to nursing staff.
- Resolved conflicts among team members, promoting a positive work environment.
RN SUPERVISOR
The Gardens for Memory Care Easton
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Administer medications and Treatments timely according to policy.
- Receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders.
- Maintain established procedure for charting and reporting all reports of incidents /accidents of both (patients & employees)
- Direct care responsibilities as well as supervisor responsibility for nursing assistants.
- Coordinating the delivery of care
- Monitoring and evaluating the outcome of practice and standards of care.
- Identifies and reports changes in conditions to supervisor, physicians and family.
Personal Care Assistant
Quality Care 4U
Allentown, PA
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Administer bedside or personal care, such as ambulation or personal hygiene assistance.Prepare and maintain records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor.
- Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands.
- Care for individuals or families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
- Perform healthcare-related tasks, such as monitoring vital signs and medication, under the direction of registered nurses or physiotherapists.
- Transport clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle.
- Plan, shop for, or prepare nutritious meals or assist families in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals.
- Instruct or advise clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene, nutrition, or infant care.
- Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services.
- Provide clients with communication assistance, typing their correspondence or obtaining information for them.
Registered Nurse
Kisumu District General Hospital (Kisumu County Hospital)
Kisumu, Kisumu County
01.2009 - 11.2015
- Supervise students' laboratory and clinical work.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing, and community health care practices.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Demonstrate patient care in clinical units of hospitals.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
- Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
- Assess clinical education needs and patient and client teaching needs using a variety of methods.
- Mentor junior and adjunct faculty members.
- Select and obtain materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
- Maintain a clinical practice.
- Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
- Perform administrative duties such as serving as department head.
- Coordinate training programs with area universities, clinics, hospitals, health agencies, or vocational schools.
- Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
- Participate in campus and community events.
- Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.
Enrolled Community Health Nurse
Ahero County Hospital
Kisumu, Kisumu County
02.2002 - 01.2009
- Monitoring basic patient health such as vital signs and overall condition.
- Changing dressings or inserting catheters.
- Taking patient histories and maintaining documentation.
- Assisting with tests or procedures
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Moi Teaching And Referral Hospital
Eldoret, Wilaya ya Uasin Gishu01.2009
Certificate - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Kakamega, Kakamega County01.2002
Skills
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Active Listening
- Service Orientation
- Therapy and Counseling
- Administration and Management
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
RN SUPERVISOR
Cedar Crest Post Acute Care
01.2024 - Current
RN SUPERVISOR
ProMedica
01.2023 - 12.2023
RN SUPERVISOR
The Gardens for Memory Care Easton
01.2020 - 07.2023
Personal Care Assistant
Quality Care 4U
01.2017 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse
Kisumu District General Hospital (Kisumu County Hospital)
01.2009 - 11.2015
Enrolled Community Health Nurse
Ahero County Hospital
02.2002 - 01.2009
Certificate - Nursing
Kenya Medical Training College
Diploma - Nursing
Moi Teaching And Referral Hospital