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Kara Akers

Charge Nurse

Nurse Lexington, KY Baptist Health
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
16 years at Baptist Health
Gender
Female
Connections
238
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Kara Akers is one of them.
  • 5,820 Nurses are based in KY (out of 15,424 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 2,075 contacts at Baptist Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in KY: $97,000 – $145,000 (median $113,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in KY: Norton Healthcare (393), St. Elizabeth Healthcare (191), University Of Kentucky (190).
  • 7% of Nurses in KY hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 69% of Nurses in KY have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 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
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
2018
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Associate's degree
2007
Eastern Kentucky University
Associate of Science (A.S.)
2002
Berea College
1999
Skills
Icu Healthcare Management Healthcare Nursing Acls Bls Critical Care Patient Safety Emr Hospitals Healthcare Information Technology Hipaa Cpr Certified Telemetry Acute Care Registered Nurses Epic Advanced Cardiac Life Support Pediatric Advanced Life Support Electronic Medical Record Basic Life Support Intensive Care Critical Thinking Health Education Health Promotion Patient Education Leadership Customer Service Nursing Management
About Baptist Health
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$1B+
Professional Overview

Kara Akers is a Charge Nurse, currently affiliated with Baptist Health, based in Lexington, KY. As a nurse, Akers contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Lexington, KY. They have been with Baptist Health for 16 years. Akers holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Science - BS, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse and Associate's degree, from Walden University and Bluegrass Community and Technical College. Core competencies include Icu, Healthcare Management, Healthcare, Nursing, Acls. Baptist Health operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ 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 Lexington, KY 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 Akers located?
Kara Akers is based in Lexington, KY. They are currently affiliated with Baptist Health.
What is Kara Akers's specialty?
Kara Akers specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Charge Nurse.
Where does Kara Akers currently work?
Kara Akers currently works at Baptist Health. They have been there for 16 years.
What is Kara Akers's educational background?
Kara Akers attended Walden University and Bluegrass Community and Technical College.
How do I contact Kara Akers 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 KY?
Nurses in KY typically earn $97,000 to $145,000 annually, with a median of $113,000. 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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