Karen Schafer

Karen Schafer is an experienced psychiatric nurse currently working at Central Counties Services since September 2025. Prior to this, Karen held several roles at Acadia Healthcare from January 2021 to October 2025, including Infection Preventionist, House Supervisor, and Charge Nurse. Karen's extensive background includes a significant tenure at Baylor Scott and White Health from March 2012 to October 2022, serving as an Application Analyst II and Quality and Patient Safety Officer, with expertise in EPIC certifications and quality evaluations. Additional experience includes nursing positions in various healthcare facilities, including Scott & White Healthcare as an RN, BSN, and roles as a travel nurse at multiple institutions. Karen obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Registered Nursing from The University of Alabama in Huntsville.