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Kara Ruffin

Medical Review Nurse

Nurse Hammond, LA Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
7 years at Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana
Gender
Female
Connections
155
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Kara Ruffin is one of them.
  • 5,885 Nurses are based in LA (out of 17,046 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 31 contacts at Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in LA: $98,000 – $147,000 (median $114,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in LA: Ochsner Health System (242), Ochsner Health (169), Willis-Knighton Health System (127).
  • 5% of Nurses in LA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 64% of Nurses in LA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Delta College Of Arts & Technology
2007
Skills
Healthcare Customer Service Microsoft Office Nursing Healthcare Management Patient Safety Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Leadership Electronic Medical Record Basic Life Support Medicine Clinical Research Strategic Planning Prior Authorization Appeals Patient Education Nursing Process Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Vital Signs Medication Administration Home Care Direct Patient Care Electrocardiography Nursing Management
About Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana
Industry
Insurance
Employees
1 to 19
Revenue
<$1M
Website
bcbsla.com
Professional Overview

Kara Ruffin is a Medical Review Nurse, currently affiliated with Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana, based in Hammond, LA. As a nurse, Ruffin contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Hammond, LA. They have been with Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana for 7 years. Ruffin holds academic credentials from Delta College Of Arts & Technology. Core competencies include Healthcare, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Nursing, Healthcare Management. Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana operates in the Insurance sector with a workforce of 1 to 19 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Hammond, LA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kara Ruffin located?
Kara Ruffin is based in Hammond, LA. They are currently affiliated with Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana.
What is Kara Ruffin's specialty?
Kara Ruffin specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Medical Review Nurse.
Where does Kara Ruffin currently work?
Kara Ruffin currently works at Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Louisiana. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Kara Ruffin's educational background?
Kara Ruffin attended Delta College Of Arts & Technology.
How do I contact Kara Ruffin for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in LA?
Nurses in LA typically earn $98,000 to $147,000 annually, with a median of $114,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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