Karen Jacinto Key
Mount Morris
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in obstetrics, known for leading nursing staff and implementing best practices in maternal health. Proven ability to develop individualized care plans and streamline communication among multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center
Dixon, IL
10.2019 - Current
- Administered antenatal and postnatal care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during all stages of pregnancy.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients' conditions to identify potential complications quickly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients on childbirth, breastfeeding, and newborn care, fostering informed decision-making.
- Led nursing staff in implementing best practices for maternal health, improving overall patient outcomes.
- Streamlined communication processes among departments, enhancing coordination of care for expectant mothers.
- Trained new nurses on hospital protocols and procedures, promoting a culture of safety and excellence in care delivery.
- Advocated for patient needs within healthcare teams, ensuring a holistic approach to maternal wellness and support services.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Continuously updated professional skills by attending workshops, conferences, and other educational opportunities focused on advances in maternal-child healthcare.
- Coordinated seamlessly with other healthcare professionals including obstetricians, midwives, pediatricians, and social workers resulting in comprehensive care for patients.
- Decreased complications during labor by promptly identifying and addressing potential issues.
Bakery/Deli Manager
Kaufman's Supervalu
Oregon, IL
07.2009 - 08.2020
- Oversaw daily operations of bakery and deli departments, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored staff on food safety regulations and best practices in food preparation.
- Implemented inventory control systems for efficient stock management and waste reduction.
- Developed merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales growth.
- Collaborated with vendors to source high-quality ingredients while optimizing costs.
- Maintained compliance with health department regulations through regular inspections and audits.
- Enhanced customer service experience by fostering a team-oriented environment focused on satisfaction.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, resulting in strategic adjustments to product offerings.
- Collaborated with other department managers to execute cross-promotional efforts, increasing overall store sales.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL05-2020
Skills
- Healthcare planning
- Acute illness recognition
- Individualized healthcare plans
- Infection control measures
- Maternal-fetal assessment
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Privacy and confidentiality
Accomplishments
Achieved a more cohesive work environment by implementing a weekly meeting for management, charge nurses and floor nurses to come together and discuss issues that arise on our unit. This is a solution that allows questions to be answered and solutions to be discussed.
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Provider
- RQI certified
- Advanced EFM certified
Timeline
Obstetrics Registered Nurse
OSF Saint Katharine Medical Center
10.2019 - Current
Bakery/Deli Manager
Kaufman's Supervalu
07.2009 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Highland Community College