Barbara Bernard
Miami
Summary
Highly skilled Med-Surg/Oncology/Ortho-Trauma, Psych-Geriatric, and Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse with extensive experience managing CIWA-Ar and COWS withdrawal protocols, dementia care, crisis intervention, trauma, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy. Recognized with the DAISY Award for exceptional compassion and clinical excellence. Seeking to bring multidisciplinary nursing expertise to a correctional healthcare environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg Oncology / Ortho Trauma
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Managed postoperative trauma, oncology, diabetic, and complex wound-care patients.
- Titrated heparin drips per Anti-Xa protocol; performed bolus and infusion calculations.
- Managed PCA pumps, wound VAC systems, chest tubes, JP drains, colostomy care.
- Performed CIWA-Ar and COWS monitoring on patients presenting with alcohol or opioid withdrawal.
- Demonstrated consistent de-escalation and crisis communication skills.
Chemotherapy & Radiation Therapy
Cleveland Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Administered chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and oncology infusions per ONS standards.
- Provided radiation-nursing care including symptom management and skin-assessment protocols.
- Performed central-line management for ports, PICCs, and tunneled catheters.
- Conducted toxicity monitoring, pre-treatment education, and emergency management of infusion reactions.
Nursing Supervisor - Covid Management
Cleveland Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Served as Nurse supervisor for COVID-19 testing and triage at cleveland clinic location.
- Coordinated work schedules for staffing.
Float Registered Nurse – All Specialties
Cleveland Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Served as a float RN across Med-Surg, Telemetry, ER support, PACU, Oncology, Ortho/Neuro, Post-Op, and Step-Down.
- Experience in wound care, NG tubes, Peg tubes, ventilators, served as a float RN across Med-Surg, Telemetry, ER support, Oncology, Ortho/Neuro, Post-Op, and Step-Down.
- Adapted quickly to diverse unit workflows and high-acuity environments.
- Performed comprehensive assessments, medication administration, wound care, and rapid-response support.
- Known for clinical flexibility, strong judgment, and reliability.
Registered Nurse – Psych Geriatric Unit
Golden Glades Nursing and Rehab
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Provided psychiatric and geriatric care to residents with dementia, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, and behavioral disturbances.
- Conducted mental-status assessments; monitored SI/HI, delirium, aggression.
- Performed CIWA-Ar and COWS scoring and initiated withdrawal-management protocols.
- Implemented de-escalation strategies and maintained locked-unit safety.
- Collaborated with psychiatric providers and interdisciplinary teams.
- Per Diem
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American University
PRSkills
- CIWA-Ar & COWS Withdrawal Management
- Psych-Geriatric & Dementia Care
- Crisis Intervention & Behavioral De-escalation
- Chemotherapy & Radiation Therapy Nursing
- Oncology Infusion/Radiation, Central Line Management
- Med-Surg, Trauma, and Ortho Post-Operative Care
- Wound VAC, PCA, Insulin Drips, Heparin Drips, Anti-Xa Monitoring
- Suicide Risk Assessment (SI/HI)
- Trauma-Informed Care & SBIRT
- Emergency Response & Rapid Assessment
- Strong Legal Documentation, Medication Administration
Accomplishments
- DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses (2025)
- Recognized for exceptional patient advocacy, compassion, and clinical excellence.
Certification
- BLS – American Heart Association (exp. 2027)
- Chemotherapy Certification 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg Oncology / Ortho Trauma
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2024 - 10.2025
Nursing Supervisor - Covid Management
Cleveland Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2021
Chemotherapy & Radiation Therapy
Cleveland Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2024
Float Registered Nurse – All Specialties
Cleveland Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse – Psych Geriatric Unit
Golden Glades Nursing and Rehab
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
American University