Amelia Barker
Richwood,Ohio
Summary
Dedicated Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering expert clinical skills and judgment. Delivers top-notch care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Doctors Hospital
Columbus, OH
12.2023 - Current
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
Nursing Student
Fortis College Clinicals
Columbus, OH
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality care.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate according to established protocols.
- Administered oral medications accurately according to physician's orders.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
- Prepared medications for administration by reading physicians' orders accurately and following established procedures for administration of drugs safely.
- Communicated effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
Patient Care Technician
Willowbrook Nursing Home
Delaware, OH
11.2019 - 10.2022
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Fortis College Columbus
Westerville, OH07-2024
Certificate - License Practical Nurse
Fortis College Columbus
Westernize10-2022
High School Diploma -
Mott Middle College High School
Flint, MI06-2010
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Physical assessments
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Discharge Planning
- Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Surgical Assistance
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Patient Examination
- Tracheostomy Care
- Problem-Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Active Listening
- Problem-solving abilities
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Colostomy care familiarity
- First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Reliability
Certification
- IV Administration Certificate
- CPR certified
Timeline
LPN
Doctors Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Nursing Student
Fortis College Clinicals
04.2022 - 06.2024
Patient Care Technician
Willowbrook Nursing Home
11.2019 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Fortis College Columbus
Certificate - License Practical Nurse
Fortis College Columbus
High School Diploma -
Mott Middle College High School
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