BARBARA ENGLE. RN
Lebanon,IN
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse experienced in medication administration, patient assessments, and direct care. Achieved improved patient outcomes through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans, particularly in Alzheimer's and Dementia care. Delivered patient and family education on health management, enhancing adherence to treatment plans and operational efficiencies.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Alzheimers/Behavior Health Unit
Parkwood Healthcare
Lebanon, IN
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement tailored care strategies, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Administered medication and treatments per established protocols and patient care plans, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, enabling timely interventions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, increasing adherence to treatment plans and preventive measures.
- Presented innovative ideas and solutions to improve team processes and enhance patient care outcomes.
- Assessed customer needs quickly during interactions to provide tailored support.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
RN Director of Nursing
Essex Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
Lebanon, IN
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Monitored and documented vital signs and patient conditions, identifying changes to escalate care.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing adherence to treatment plans and wellness strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans and wellness strategies.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving care efficiency and reducing wait times for residents.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, reducing wait times and improving overall care efficiency in the facility.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing their clinical skills and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Oversaw recovery processes for patients after medical or surgical procedures, ensuring adherence to care protocols.
- Executed individualized care plans for patient treatment based on thorough assessments of physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed employee relations and recognition programs, fostering teamwork and mutual respect among staff.
Clinical Coordinator Night Shift
St Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital Kokomo
Kokomo, IN
02.2005 - 01.2013
- Took care of ventilator patients, monitored patients post-surgical wound infections for recovery, monitored S/P open heart recovery patients, and provided comprehensive care for LVAD patients and those with tracheostomy infections.
- Implemented scheduling systems for staff and patient appointments, enhancing workflow and minimizing patient wait times.
- Inserted PICC and N/G tubes to facilitate treatment.
- Provided comprehensive care for ventilator patients, monitored post-surgical recovery for wound infections, and supported LVAD and tracheostomy patients during recovery.
- Performed blood draws and initiated IV treatments to ensure effective patient care.
- Placed PICC lines and N/G tubes to enhance patient treatment and medication delivery.
- Performed suctioning on ventilated patients and assisted healthcare team during chest tube insertions for effective respiratory support.
Registered Nurse/CCU Manager/Med-Surg
Witham Hospital
Lebanon, IN
02.1985 - 08.2005
- Conducted interviews and selected qualified staff to enhance team capabilities.
- Assisted in placing arterial lines in patients to facilitate accurate monitoring of blood pressure.
- Assisted in the placement of Swan-Ganz catheters and monitored readings to ensure patient stability.
- Performed EKGs to assess cardiac function and support diagnostic decisions.
- Monitored telemetry data to track patients' heart rhythms and detect any abnormalities.
- Assisted in placement of arterial lines to support critical patient care.
- Provided assistance with a variety of tasks to support team operations and patient care.
- Assisted with various tasks.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
Albany, NYLPN - Nursing
J Everett Light School of LPN
Indianapolis, INHigh School Diploma -
Granville Wells High School
Jamestown, INSkills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Vital Signs
- Medication administration
- IV and medication administration
- IV insertion
- Physical assessment including Vent settings, Oxygen readings, Surgical site evaluation, N/G and Chest tube placement and document drainage etc
- HIPAA compliance
- Care plan implementation
- Crisis intervention
- Patient education
- HIPAA compliance
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Registered Nurse Alzheimers/Behavior Health Unit
Parkwood Healthcare
02.2023 - Current
RN Director of Nursing
Essex Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
09.2021 - 02.2023
Clinical Coordinator Night Shift
St Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital Kokomo
02.2005 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse/CCU Manager/Med-Surg
Witham Hospital
02.1985 - 08.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Excelsior College
LPN - Nursing
J Everett Light School of LPN
High School Diploma -
Granville Wells High School