Barb Clark
Oakland,Iowa
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. 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
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Clinical Manager
Care Initiatives Hospice
11.2023 - Current
- Develop strong relationships with patients and their families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Oversee clinical staff, scheduling, reviews, and hiring.
- Served as liaison between physicians and patients families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates
Clinical Transition Coordinator
St. Croix Hospice
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided extensive support to patients and their families as they acclimated to St. Croix Hospice.
- Researched and located appropriate services for patients with various disorders.
- Developed comprehensive hospice marketing materials & education for several area nursing home facilities
- Walk to End Alzheimer's Chair
Nurse Clinical Manager
Care Initiatives Hospice
01.2014 - 11.2022
- Cultivated meaningful connections with patients and their families, offering support and addressing any inquiries or apprehensions about care plans.
- Conducted educational programs for both facility and community members
- Supervised clinical staff, managed schedules, provided education, conducted reviews, hired, and oversaw Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
- Facilitated onboarding process for new employees through training and documentation completion
Surgical and Endoscopy RN
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2014
- Provided pre-and post-operative care for endoscopy and surgical patients, including pre-operative, post-operative, and post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) support.
- Actively contributed as a member of the Service Excellence Committee.
- Served on the PICC insertion team.
- Developed educational materials tailored for surgical and endoscopy patients.
Registered Nurse
St. Lukes Regional Medical Center
01.1992 - 01.2003
- Conducted pre-procedure assessments, administered IV sedation, ensured continuous assessment during procedures, and managed post-endoscopy recovery room.
- Managed departmental coordination in the absence of the Coordinator.
Education
National Hospice and Palliative Care Certification CHPC -
2016
Ultrasound Guided PICC Insertion -
Avera Mc Kennan Health Center
Sioux Falls, SD2008
PALS and ACLS -
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
Storm Lake, Iowa2003
Critical Care Classes -
St. Lukes Regional Medical Center
Sioux City, Iowa1996
Registered Nurse -
Western Iowa Community College
Sioux City, Iowa1992
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Western Iowa Community College
Sioux City, Iowa1990
EMT Certification -
Western Iowa Community College
Sioux City, Iowa1988
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Management
- Nursing staff leadership
- Compassion and Empathy
- Case Management
- Hospice Care
- Managing deadlines
Timeline
RN Clinical Manager
Care Initiatives Hospice
11.2023 - Current
Clinical Transition Coordinator
St. Croix Hospice
11.2022 - 11.2023
Nurse Clinical Manager
Care Initiatives Hospice
01.2014 - 11.2022
Surgical and Endoscopy RN
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse
St. Lukes Regional Medical Center
01.1992 - 01.2003
National Hospice and Palliative Care Certification CHPC -
Ultrasound Guided PICC Insertion -
Avera Mc Kennan Health Center
PALS and ACLS -
Buena Vista Regional Medical Center
Critical Care Classes -
St. Lukes Regional Medical Center
Registered Nurse -
Western Iowa Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Western Iowa Community College
EMT Certification -
Western Iowa Community College
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