Barbara Fogarsi
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Talented Registered nurse who brings strong background in critical care, emergency medicine, post anesthesia recovery, and hospice care. Confident in overseeing care for individuals facing life-threatening conditions, complex recovery, end of life, and pain control. Caring in partnering with loved ones and support staff to deliver exceptional care to each patient.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
CenricaCare Navigators
Kalamazoo, MI
02.2020 - Current
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Performed advanced nursing functions such as wound care or IV therapy according to established standards of practice.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, and doctors to ensure quality care is provided throughout the hospice experience.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ascension Borgess Hospital
Kalamazoo, MI
06.2009 - Current
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Administered emergency resuscitative measures when necessary according to advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bronson Methodist Hospital
Kalamazoo, MI
06.2004 - 04.2022
- Performed medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
- Administered care to patients suffering from catastrophic traumatic injuries.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Alacrity Services
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2003 - 12.2004
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2003 - 12.2004
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tube management.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Mary's
Saginaw, MI
04.2002 - 08.2003
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided, medication administration times and dosages prescribed by physicians.
Critical Care Technician
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
Saginaw, MI
09.2000 - 04.2002
- Assisted nurses in critical care units by monitoring vital signs and providing patient care.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing per physician order using appropriate techniques.
- Assisted with insertion of arterial lines, central venous catheters and chest tubes under direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Phlebotomist
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
Saginaw, MI
03.1998 - 08.2000
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture.
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Maintained accurate records of collected specimens and test results.
Phlebotomist
Scheurer Hospital
Pigeon, MI
01.1996 - 06.1999
- Performed venipuncture and other blood collection procedures according to established standards.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
Medical Assistant
Office of Dr. James Greenfield
Sebewaing, MI
01.1996 - 05.1998
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Communicated with pharmacies for prescription refills on behalf of supervising physician.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Paramedic
Elkton Ambulance Service
Elkton, MI
04.1992 - 08.1996
- Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
- Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.
- Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Presented paramedic basics at schools, cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes, civic groups and public safety agencies.
- Provided pre-hospital care to those in need within the community, including administering medications, providing wound care and performing intubations.
- Administered CPR and other life-saving techniques on patients in cardiac arrest.
- Operated specialized medical equipment such as ventilators, defibrillators, suction devices and strhers.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
BLS Instructor
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
Saginaw, MI
01.1992 - 01.1995
- Taught complete requirements to help participants pass official CPR certification.
- Boosted community members' health knowledge through participation in health events and fairs.
- Conducted lectures on various topics related to Basic Life Support.
- Recorded student attendance and progress during each session to identify deficiencies.
- Coached students on respirations and presence of pulse in adults, children and infants with AHA-approved training materials.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delta College
Bay City, MI04-2002
Certification - Phlebotomy
Delta College
Bay City, MI05-1996
Licence - Paramedic
Acension St Mary's
Saginaw, MI05-1993
EMT - Emergency Medical Technology
Ascension St. Mary's
Saginaw, MI05-1992
Some College (No Degree) - Biological and Physical Sciences
Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MISkills
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Treatment Planning
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Patient Advocacy
- Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
- Shock Symptom Identification
- Pulmonary Assessments
- Emergency Interventions
- Blood Transfusion Administration
- Pain Management
- Medical Device Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Problem-Solving
- Condition Assessment
- Catheter Monitoring
- Complex Information Interpretation
- Medication Administration
- Electronic Charting
- Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
- ACLS 2023
- BLS 2023
- PALS 2023
REFERENCES
- Leslie Thornton-269-998-9149
- Marcos Vergez-845-893-9134
- Morgan Laporte-269-270-4271
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CenricaCare Navigators
02.2020 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ascension Borgess Hospital
06.2009 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bronson Methodist Hospital
06.2004 - 04.2022
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Alacrity Services
12.2003 - 12.2004
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Spectrum Health Blodgett Hospital
08.2003 - 12.2004
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Mary's
04.2002 - 08.2003
Critical Care Technician
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
09.2000 - 04.2002
Phlebotomist
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
03.1998 - 08.2000
Phlebotomist
Scheurer Hospital
01.1996 - 06.1999
Medical Assistant
Office of Dr. James Greenfield
01.1996 - 05.1998
Paramedic
Elkton Ambulance Service
04.1992 - 08.1996
BLS Instructor
Ascension St. Mary's Hospital
01.1992 - 01.1995
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delta College
Certification - Phlebotomy
Delta College
Licence - Paramedic
Acension St Mary's
EMT - Emergency Medical Technology
Ascension St. Mary's
Some College (No Degree) - Biological and Physical Sciences
Saginaw Valley State University
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