Annabel Baron
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Neurosurgical Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
Pittsburgh , PA
02.2022 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in a Trauma ICU setting, including assessment, diagnosis and implementation of treatment plans.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals regarding patient condition and care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the unit to ensure best practices were being followed at all times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions involving life-saving measures in emergency situations.
- Actively participated in daily interdisciplinary rounds with team members discussing pertinent information related to patient progress towards goals.
- Precepted new nurses on proper techniques when caring for critically ill patients in the ICU setting.
- Assisted with staff assignments, scheduling, patient plans, and communication amongst an interdisciplinary team as unit charge nurse.
Neurosurgical Trauma Step-down Registered Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
Pittsburgh , PA
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
Certified Nursing Assistant
UPMC Canterbury Place
Pittsburgh , PA
03.2018 - 07.2020
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Critical Care
- Medical Assessment
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Emergency Procedures
- Care Plan Development
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Life-Sustaining Devices
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Timeline
Neurosurgical Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
02.2022 - Current
Neurosurgical Trauma Step-down Registered Nurse
UPMC Presbyterian
07.2020 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
UPMC Canterbury Place
03.2018 - 07.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
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