Larissa Karpik
Eveleth
Summary
Experienced and dedicated registered nurse with a strong background in patient care, currently seeking to leverage expertise in the Charge Auditor RN position. Highly motivated, with exceptional organizational and prioritization skills, and a proven ability to deliver compassionate, individualized care. Known for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and excellent interpersonal skills. Adept at working independently, quickly mastering new skills, and thriving in dynamic environments. Currently serving as a remote Pre-Service Authorizations Registered Nurse, and I am open to providing references from previous managers to confirm my qualifications and work ethic.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Pre Service Registered Nurse
Essentia Health
Duluth/ Remote
09.2022 - Current
- Ensure that authorizations meet all applicable policy requirements, and submit to insurances if applicable.
- Healthcare coding.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education meetings.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, insurance policies, and standards of care.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and insurance policy requirements.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards of work.
- Communicate with providers, insurance companies, and other healthcare staff regarding patient care.
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health Clinic Family Practice
Virginia
10.2020 - Current
- Telephone triage patients; educate and give patients care advice
- Assist with routine office appointments
- Including new OB appointments, blood pressure checks, virtual appointments, pain management agreements, walk in’s, dressing changes suture removal’s, annual wellness visits, etc
- Provide education, and emotional support to patients and family members
- Work collaboratively with care team to provide excellent care to patients and families in the safest environment
- Conduct clinical follow up calls & coordinate referral appointments
- Document patient care & interaction in electronic medical record
- Maintain patient privacy and confidential patient information
- Administer injections per the order of the provider
- Call patient with test results
- Remain courteous and professional with all patient interactions
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health Hospital
Virginia
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Observe and assess patients
- Implement physicians’ orders, administer medications, perform treatments, start IVs, and document in Epic computer system
- Monitor and report symptoms and changes in patient status
- Provide educational, emotional, and psychological support to patients and family members
- Collaborate with health care team to create a plan of care for all patients
- Interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ conditions
- Adhere to infection control protocols
Certified Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health Hospital
Virginia
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Aid in numerous departments, including ICU, Inpatient Rehab, Medical/Surgical unit, and Emergency Department
- Answer call lights and make rounds
- Assisted nurses and other staff with patient care, treatments, and procedures
- Obtain vital signs, blood glucose, monitor patient, notifying nurse of any abnormalities, and charting in Epic computer program
- Adhere to professional standards, follow policies and procedures and abide by federal, state, and local requirements, as well as Joint Commission standards
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Hibbing Community College
Hibbing, MN05.2019
High School Diploma -
Mesabi East High School
Aurora, MN05.2007
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivated
- Good listener
- Strong communication skills
- Good time management
- Leadership
- Work well under pressure
- Compassionate
- Proficient in computer office applications
- Strong problem solver
- Experience in the Epic computer program
- Great teamwork
- Healthcare coding
- Patient advocacy
- Critical thinking
- Clinical assessment
- Emotional support
- Patient education
- Policy compliance
Education Certifications
- Registered Nurse License, MN, 06/07/19
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate, Current
- Tobacco Treatment Specialist Certification, 11/01/20 (not up to date)
- Renewal of Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate, Hibbing Community College, Hibbing, MN, 11/01/16
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate, Mesabi Range Community College, Eveleth, MN, 07/01/07
- High School Diploma, Mesabi East High School, Aurora, MN, 05/01/07
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pre Service Registered Nurse
Essentia Health
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health Clinic Family Practice
10.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Essentia Health Hospital
06.2019 - 11.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Essentia Health Hospital
03.2017 - 06.2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Hibbing Community College
High School Diploma -
Mesabi East High School
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