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Karen Melton, MSN, RN,FNPP. (423)817-8017karen.melton7380@1380 Farragut Ave. Kingsport, TN 37664_______________________________________________________________________________Objective: An experienced community health nurse and recent Family Nurse Practitioner graduate of King University seeking a position as a Family Practice Nurse in public health. Summary: I have 16 years of nursing experience with 10 of those years in home health and global health. I have worked as a home health clinical director since 2007 and have received many acknowledgements for the quality care provided and overall clinical and financial management. I possess an understanding of the underserved and underinsured population in reference to health care needs, health care disparities, and the resources needed to ensure quality care and optimal outcomes are achieved. I have completed 420 family practice clinical hours in community health and global health settings and another 180 clinical hours in internal medicine. I have become proficient in conducting complete patient assessments, diagnosing, prescribing, referrals, follow-up, and identifying appropriate resources. I work well independently and collaboratively and possess excellent communication and relational skills. Education:King University, Bristol, TN.Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner April,2016King College, Bristol, TN.Bachelors of Science in Nursing December, 2011Excelsior College, Albany, NY.Associate Degree of Science in Nursing, December, 2005Tennessee Technology Center, Elizabethton, TN.Licensed Practical Nurse, September, 1999Professional Experience: Clinical Director/NHC Home Health 12/2008-10/2014Direct and oversee all clinical and educational programs.Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate outcomes of clinical services. Lead the development, implementation, and coordination of quality, cost effective patient care programs that contribute to quality patient care and outcomes.Hire, develop, and motivate clinical staff to ensure clinical services are provided in an efficient effective manner. Ensure policies and procedures are followed by all disciplines. Perform chart audits including Medicare audits. Proficient in current Oasis guidelines and ICD-9 coding.Perform field reviews of all clinical staff to ensure delivery of quality patient care.Accomplishments while employed at NHC Home CareZero deficiencies from state/Medicare survey in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. No survey conducted in 2014. Charts consistently 95% or above in accuracy and compliance as evidenced by in house chart audits as well as corporate audits.Patient Satisfaction remained 95% or higher throughout.In 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2014 our agency received the 4 star Excellence Award. Criterion for this award is available upon request.In 2010 our agency received the Honor Award for exceeding 50% program growth for the year.In 2013 our agency was voted number one homecare agency in Johnson City for the year.In 2014 our agency received the 5 star Excellence AwardMade the top 25-100 home care agencies in the country for Home Care Elite in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, and in 2014. This award is based on performance measures including quality of care, quality improvement, patient experience, process measure implementation, and financial management. Clinical Director / ProCare Home Health and Private Duty Services/Johnson City, TN 7/2007-12/2008Planned, organized, implemented, and evaluated outcomes of all clinical services.Oversight of private duty division as well as the home health division and supervised all clinical staff.Ensured all policies and procedures were current and followed by all disciplines.Wrote new policies and educated staff to ensure quality patient care was delivered.Hired and trained staff.Proficient and knowledgeable of Medicare guidelines, Oasis, and ICD-9 coding. Home Health RN/ProCare Home Health and Private Duty 7/2006-7/2007Assessed, planned, and implemented care for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.Worked collaboratively with other health care providers to optimize patient outcomes.Administered infusions via PICC, ports, CVAD, and peripheral access.Applied wound vacs, performed tracheostomy care, ventilator care, and provided care for several types of post surgical patientsPrivate Duty LPN/RN/ProCare Home Health and Private Duty 5/2005-7/2006Performed one on one care with pediatric ventilator patients.Implemented care plans and assessed for effectiveness.Assisted with medication management and administration.Performed tracheostomy care/changes, suctioning, gastrostomy care/changes, administered tube feedings, infusions and assisted with the educational needs of the patients and caregivers. Professional Certification:Family Nurse Practitioner, pendingProfessional Licensure:Licensed Practical Nurse, Tennessee, 1999Registered Nurse, Tennessee, 2005Advanced Practice Nurse, Tennessee, pendingProfessional Activities:American Nurses Association (ANA) 1/2014American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 1/2016Sigma Theta Tau International (STTI) 11/15Volunteer Activities:Medical mission trip to Tikapur, Nepal-03/2014 & 03/2015Emergency homeless shelter staff volunteer at Shades of Grace Church 2015-2016 Started Backpack/outreach ministry for the homeless- 08/2013Mission trip to Talkeetna, Alaska -07/2013Medical mission trip to Fiche, Ethiopia -09/2012Medical mission trip to Meki, Ethiopia -10/2011 Mission trip to Somatillo, Nicaragua –07/2010 & 7/2011Crossroads Medical Mission, Grundy, VA. -5/2011Medical mission trip to Port Au Prince, Haiti-12/2010Remote Area Medical, Unicoi, TN. - 08/2010Medical mission trip to Burkina Faso, Africa - 07/2009Camelot Care, Kingsport ,TN. – 09/2007Senior Citizens Center, Johnson City, TN. - 07/2006 ................
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