Barbara Crapps
Hawthorne,FL
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Registered Nurse Specialist focused on going above and beyond what is required. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as a Registered Nurse. Dependable and well-trained with sounds clinical judgement. Organized with attention to detail in assessing the needs of the patients. Creates positive, collaborative working environment with colleagues and other healthcare providers to support delivery of optimal patient care.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Specialist
North Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center
06.2017 - Current
- Evaluate, update and revise care plans to achieve intended outcomes.
- Provides for patients' physical well-being, health and safety.
- Participates in comprehensive, multidiscipline, outcome oriented and treatment team approach to patient care.
- Evaluates and plans for individual patient treatment programs.
- Monitor patients closely to spot problems and report serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions.
- Administered prescribed medications/treatments and monitor patient for any side effects and/or adverse reactions.
- Train and mentor new nurses according to facility policies and standards of care.
- Reduces the length of stay by providing for rehabilitation through education and training.
- Supervise direct care staff to ensure correct implementation of treatment directives for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parklands Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 06.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Palm Gardens Rehabilitation Center
02.2001 - 12.2011
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gainesville Health Care Center
06.1998 - 01.2001
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL12.2019
Associate of Science Registered Nurse -
Rasmussen College of Nursing
Ocala, FL04.2017
Certificate Licensed Practical Nurse -
Central Florida Community College
Ocala, FL12.1997
Skills
- CRITICAL THINKING AND PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS
- GOOD COMMUNICATION SKILLS WITH ATTENTION TO DETAIL
- TIME MANAGEMENT
- TEAMWORK THROUGH COLLABORATION WITH OTHER HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO IMPROVE PATIENT CARE
- WOUND CARE INCLUDING WOUND VACS
- MEDICATION MANAGEMENT PO, G-TUBE, NG-TUBE, IV, IM, SQ, TRANSDERMAL AND RECTAL
- TRACHEOSTOMY CARE, CATHETER CARE, GLUCOSE MONITORING, SUTURE AND STAPLE REMOVAL
- MENTAL HEALTH CARE, LONG-TERM CARE AND SHORT-TERM CARE EXPERIENCE
Timeline
Registered Nurse Specialist
North Florida Evaluation and Treatment Center
06.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Parklands Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 06.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Palm Gardens Rehabilitation Center
02.2001 - 12.2011
Licensed Practical Nurse
Gainesville Health Care Center
06.1998 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science Nursing -
Santa Fe College
Associate of Science Registered Nurse -
Rasmussen College of Nursing
Certificate Licensed Practical Nurse -
Central Florida Community College
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