Ava Barbin

• 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.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Managed care for adults with a wide variety of diagnoses, such
as Congestive Heart Failure, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Stroke,
and Transient Ischemic Attacks.

Developed patient care plans, assessments, evaluations, and
provided patient education based on diagnosis.

Instructed patient and family members on proper discharge care

Made appropriate interventions by reading and interpreting test results, patient's signs/symptoms.

Provided quality patient-centered care

Ensured efficiency of treatments through monitoring of
treatment regimens

• Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
• Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
• Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures such as Heart Catheterizations and AICD/Pacemaker implantations.
• Member of Chest Pain Center Accreditation Committee, Atrial Fibrillation Accreditation Committee, American Heart Association Heart Walk Team Captain

Worked with Healthtrust Workforce Solutions to help staff several of the HCA facilities in the Gulf Coast Division

Worked with Healthtrust local and travel divisions within North Texas and Southern Texas areas, to help staff multiple HCA facilities.

• 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.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Provided skilled and specialized nursing care to patients on a surgical telemetry unit. These patients were post CABG, Valve replacement/repair, Pacemaker and AICD implantations, Angiograms, Angioplasty, Thoracotomy, and many other surgeries.

• Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
• Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
• Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
• Participated actively in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience within the facility.

Provided skilled nursing care at this facility, on a telemetry unit

Provided skilled nursing care on a telemetry unit, while on a travel contract at this HCA facility