Barbara Cook
Detroit,MI
Summary
Seasoned Registered Nurse from Henry Ford St. John's, adept in cardiovascular health management and providing clinical mental health support. Excelled in epidemic response coordination and patient-centered care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrates evidence-based judgment and superior interpersonal skills, ensuring high-quality, comprehensive patient assessments and outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford St. John's
Detroit, MI
08.2022 - Current
- Followed infection prevention protocols to sustain a secure patient environment.
- Demonstrated calm and effective approaches to provide life-saving interventions swiftly.
- Developed, integrated, and evaluated patient care strategies in collaboration with medical professionals.
- Coordinated various healthcare interventions.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Registered Nurse
Sinai Grace
Detroit, MI
02.2006 - 10.2025
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Provided direct and indirect patient care according to established standards and protocols.
- Managed patient care plans and provided necessary medical treatments to patients in a timely manner.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Henry ford
Ferndale, MI
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2021
Skills
- Cardiovascular Health Management
- Evidence-Based Judgment
- Clinical Mental Health Support
- Comprehensive Patient Assessments
- Patient-Centered Nursing Care
- Clinical Lab Analysis
- Intravenous Therapy Management
- Epidemic Response Coordination
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- State of Mi nursing license
- BLS
- Chemotherapy certification
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Henry Ford St. John's
08.2022 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - 06.2022
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Henry ford
11.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Sinai Grace
02.2006 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
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