Karen Huacasi Chaparro, BSN, RN

San Diego, CA • khuacasi@gmail.com • 909.809.7295 • LinkedIn Profile:www.linkedin.com/in/karenhuacasichaparro/

Professional Profile
As a registered nurse I have strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and interpersonal skills. I chose to pursue a MSN
in Health Care Informatics because I am passionate about data driven decision making and using technology
appropriately within the healthcare setting to improve the quality of patient care and safety. I am intrigued by today’s
rapidly evolving technology and look forward to integrating new solutions into the health care environment.
Professional Accomplishments and Key Skills:
 2 years of experience in the field of nursing
 Proficient in the use of Epic, Cerner, and NextGen electronic health records
 Microsoft Project Manager, Visio, and Excel skills
 Data base management skills using Microsoft access and SQL
 Spanish: Bilingual. Speak, read, write

Professional Experience
Health Care Informatics Residency in progress Apr- Jun 2019
Scripps Health, San Diego, CA
Applied skills developed through previous informatics course work, at Scripps Health under the guidance of an
Epic Clindoc Application Analyst. Gained an understanding of various health care informatics roles through
direct observation and participation. 160-hour educational experience in a non-paid position.

Telehealth Pilot Study (Capstone Project) Oct- May 2019

Serving Seniors, San Diego, CA
Participated in the design, initiation, set up, and launch of a pilot study that sought to determine the impact of the
use of telehealth technology in older adults living in affordable, supportive senior housing. Applied general
knowledge of health care informatics, project management, and leadership skills to complete this project.

Registered Nurse Mar – Sept 2018

San Ysidro Health, San Ysidro, CA
Essential functions of the job spanned from clinical to managerial. Key functions included providing direct
patient care, monitoring chronic medical conditions, consults with the interdisciplinary team, and health
education. Rotated to various clinics as needed. Regularly used NextGen electronic health record.
Key Contributions:
 Played a major role in bringing a newly acquired pediatric clinic up to code to successfully pass a Child
Health and Disability Program inspection.

Registered Nurse Sept 2016 – Mar 2018

Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA
Coordinated acute and intermediate care for patients on the surgical oncology unit. Provided preoperative and
postoperative care to hematology/oncology, gynecology, and head and neck surgery patients. Improved team
dynamics by communicating with other healthcare providers in the management of patient care. Regularly used
Epic electronic health record.

Registered Nurse Nov 2015 – Jun 2016

Maxim Healthcare Services, Santa Rosa, CA
Performed comprehensive screening including, glucose, lipid panel, blood pressure, obesity, and body fat screening
for each client. Educated clients and outlined interventions to help them reach an optimal level of health.
 Education

Master of Science in Nursing in Health Care Informatics anticipated May 2019

University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Bachelor of Science in Nursing June 2016
Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA Cum Laude
Associate of Science in Nursing June 2015
Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA Cum Laude

Certifications and Affiliations

 California RN License # 95072136 expires Apr 2021

 Public Health Nurse Certificate #551569 expires Apr 2021
 BLS; American Heart Association expires Jan 2021
 BART (Basic Arrhythmia Recognition and Treatment) Certificate awarded Nov 2016

 Certificate of Completion for the Telehealth and Emerging Technology Course

Awarded by Jonathan Mack PHD RN NP, Director of Health Care Informatics and Nursing Informatics
Programs, University of San Diego awarded May 2018

 Certificate of Competency: Cerner Functionality in the areas of Critical and Acute Care and ED
Nursing, EMR Workflow, Barcoding Medication Administration, Physician Documentation
Awarded by Lori Allshouse, Clinical Informaticist, Sharp Coronado Hospital awarded Dec 2017

 Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society expires Feb 2020

Volunteer Experience
Nurse Volunteer - Tijuana Health Fair, Tijuana, B.C., Mexico Oct 14, 2017
 Organized by the University of San Diego’s Nursing Department. I helped provide health screenings, health
education, and acted as a Spanish-English translator for participants in La Morita, Tijuana.

Child Life Acute Care Volunteer, Loma Linda University Medical Center, CA Aug 2015 - Sep 2016
 Interacted and played with patients, followed policies and guidelines that were specific to the unit and provided a
warm and responsive environment for the patients.

Nurse Volunteer - Adventist Medical Evangelism Network free clinic, Clear Lake, CA Jan 31, 2016
 Worked at the medical triage section. I assessed clients and inquired about their medical history in order to send
them to the next appropriate station.

Nurse Volunteer- Rock of Ages Festival and Conference, Calistoga, CA Oct 3, 2015
 Provided a basic health screening including glucose, complete lipid panel, blood pressure, obesity and body fat
screening for each client.

Amazon Medical Mission Trip, Manaus, Brazil Mar 2014 10 days

 Helped build the foundations for a health clinic in a village along the Amazon River. Installed simple water
filters, taught basic English, and provided basic health screening and care to the villagers.

Secretary of Student Organization of Latinos, Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA Sep 2013- 2014