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Karen Jones

Liverpool

Summary

Empathetic Advanced Nurse Practioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional bringing over 37 years of experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. Fully up to date on mandatory training required in general practice

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Brownlow Healthcare - NHS
04.2016 - Current
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
  • Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
  • Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
  • Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
  • Provided comprehensive healthcare services, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for a diverse patient population.

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Liverpool Community Health - NHS
04.2006 - 04.2016
  • Reduced emergency room visits for non-urgent cases by providing comprehensive primary care services within the clinic setting.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve overall patient satisfaction.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed diverse acute, episodic, and chronic health conditions in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing tailored care plans based on individual needs and medical history.

District Nurse Care Manager

Liverpool Community Health - NHS
06.1990 - 03.2006
  • Managed caseloads effectively, prioritizing urgent cases and ensuring continuity of care across the district.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, enabling timely and accurate record-keeping for all patients.
  • Expanded clinical knowledge through ongoing professional development opportunities and staying current on evidence-based practice guidelines.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through diligent follow-up care and comprehensive patient education.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality care and developing individualized care plans.

Staff Nurse

Royal Liverpool Hospital
01.1987 - 09.1990
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Nursing

University of Liverpool
Liverpool, United Kingdom
12.2005

Prescriber Course - Community Nurse

Edge Hill University
Liverpool
02.2005

District Nursing Training - Adults

Unversity of Liverpool
Liverpool
09.1990

RGN - General Adult Nursing

Royal Liverpool Hospital
Liverpool
01.1987

Skills

  • Qualified medication prescriber
  • Effective communicator
  • Collaborative Practice
  • Patient examinations
  • Clinical judgment
  • Medication Prescribing
  • Diagnosis and treatment
  • Patient Assessments
  • Patient wellness
  • Relationship and rapport building

Timeline

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Brownlow Healthcare - NHS
04.2016 - Current

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Liverpool Community Health - NHS
04.2006 - 04.2016

District Nurse Care Manager

Liverpool Community Health - NHS
06.1990 - 03.2006

Staff Nurse

Royal Liverpool Hospital
01.1987 - 09.1990

Master of Science - Clinical Nursing

University of Liverpool

Prescriber Course - Community Nurse

Edge Hill University

District Nursing Training - Adults

Unversity of Liverpool

RGN - General Adult Nursing

Royal Liverpool Hospital
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