Austin Barnett
Mount Pleasant,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Driven to acquire further education. Motivated to learn and move into leadership roles. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Titus Regional Medical Center
2019.07 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions from preoperative area to OR and recovery units, ensuring continuity of care throughout the surgical process.
- Reduced risk of infection through rigorous adherence to aseptic techniques during surgeries.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all phases of perioperative nursing care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and aiding in quality improvement initiatives.
- Optimized operating room scheduling by coordinating closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in surgical cases.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by effectively managing resources, including equipment, supplies, and personnel.
- Mentored new OR nurses through one-on-one training sessions and ongoing support, fostering professional growth and development within the team.
- Assisted surgeons during complex procedures by anticipating their needs and promptly providing necessary instruments or assistance as required.
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White - Sunnyvale
2018.07 - 2019.05
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin
2017.06 - 2018.05
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Oversaw fellow nurses and patient care techs as charge nurse on weekends, leading the unit in an organized and efficient manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.2017
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Preoperative preparation
- Critical thinking abilities
- Patient Safety
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- ACLS, BLS, PALS certified
- Completion of RNFA Program
- Certified Nurse Operating Room
Accomplishments
- ACLS, BLS, PALS certified
- CNOR Certified
- Recent Completion of NIFA Registered Nurse First Assistant Program
- 2022 Titus Regional Medical Center "Team Member of the Year" award winner
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Titus Regional Medical Center
2019.07 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baylor Scott & White - Sunnyvale
2018.07 - 2019.05
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin
2017.06 - 2018.05
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Stephen F Austin State University
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