Karina Zuniga, BSN,RN, PHN
Experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with 22 years of clinical nursing experience and specialized education in wound care. Seeking a position where I can apply my extensive nursing background, newly acquired wound-care knowledge, and commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. Skilled in patient assessment, care coordination, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a strong ability to communicate effectively with diverse patients and families.
Work History
Registered Nurse
10 YearsOver the phone assessments
Medication reconciliation
Educate members
Provide services so members can stay healthy and safe at home
Collaborate with social worker
Write personal care plans
Registered Nurse
12 Years 9 Months- Provided good patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for patients
I worked on 25/35 (medical surgical, telemetry), 4E/5E (surgical, telemetry), Brain mapping unit
Registered Nurse
1 Year 5 Months- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Public Health Nurse - Bachelors in Nursing
Will Obtain WOCN Credentials in 2027 - Wound And Ostomy, Wound Certification Completed
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skills
Certification
Wound care certification
BLS