Karri Bish
Rochester Mills
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Penns Highlands Jefferson Manor, adept in emergency and critical care nursing. Demonstrates exceptional clinical documentation and patient education skills, enhancing patient outcomes. Renowned for fostering safe healing environments and mentoring staff, significantly improving unit efficiency without exceeding a 55-word limit.
Healthcare professional with solid background in providing high-quality patient care and clinical support. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and results-driven approach, consistently adapting to changing medical needs and priorities. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Register Nurse Nightshift Nursing Supervisor
Penns Highlands Jefferson Manor
07.2024 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Punxsutawney Area Hospital
03.2010 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Register Nurse on Call Night Shift and Weekend
Visiting Nurses Association
07.2003 - 03.2010
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
07.1999 - 03.2003
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA05-1996
Skills
- Medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient care
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Licensed RN
- Emergency care
- Critical care nursing
- Licensed by PA nursing board
- Ventilator care
- Telemetry and advanced cardiac care
- Patient care and education
- Medical chart management
Timeline
Register Nurse Nightshift Nursing Supervisor
Penns Highlands Jefferson Manor
07.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Punxsutawney Area Hospital
03.2010 - 07.2024
Register Nurse on Call Night Shift and Weekend
Visiting Nurses Association
07.2003 - 03.2010
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Grand Strand Medical Center HCA
07.1999 - 03.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
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