WRMC names new surgical nursing director
BATESVILLE —Karla Wilson, a registered nurse at White River Medical Center in Batesville, has been promoted to medical surgical nursing director, said Gar y Bebow, hospital CEO. Wilson has 17 years of nursing experience and has been at WRMC for 13 years.
As director, Wilson is responsible for managing clinical staff and developing policies and procedures to ensure that patients receive quality, safe, efficient health care.
Wilson received her education from Arkansas State University and is pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing degree at Chamberlain College of Nursing. She is a Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse and a Crisis Prevention Intervention instructor.
“Karla has always excelled in her nursing career here at WRMC,” Bebow said. “She is well-experienced in her profession and puts great emphasis on promoting positivity. We look forward to having her as a leader in our organization.”
The medical/surgical unit consists of 78 rooms on the third and fourth floors where patients recover from illnesses such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), influenza, complications from diabetes and others, as well as receive postoperative care.
“I am honored to be chosen for this position,” Wilson said. “I work with an awesome team dedicated to providing excellent care to our patients at WRMC, and I look forward to continuing the contribution with them.”