Barbara Hooten

• Supported medical teams during high-stress situations such as Code Blue, Rapid Response, and trauma activations.
  Responded efficiently to urgent clinical needs, assisting with life-saving procedures and equipment preparation under pressure.
  Remained composed and proactive during emergency scenarios, contributing to coordinated patient care and rapid response efforts.
  Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
• Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
• Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
• Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.

• Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
• Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
• Increased patient engagement by organizing recreational and therapeutic activities.
• Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic listening and addressing concerns promptly.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.

• Adaptable and dependable Traveling Nursing Assistant with statewide experience across Minnesota in acute and long-term care settings. Proven ability to thrive in diverse clinical environments, support different unit teams under pressure, and provide high-quality patient care in both routine and emergency situations

• Ensured patient safety and comfort while managing heavy workloads and high turnover rates in fast-paced environments.
• Collaborated seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams to deliver consistent, high-quality care despite frequently changing assignments.
  

• Administered medication under supervision of nursing staff, contributing to effective treatment plans.
• Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
• Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

• Recognized for calm demeanor, quick thinking, and effective communication during fast-paced, high-stakes situations.
• Fostered a collaborative and supportive environment between nurses, physicians, and allied health staff during critical events.
• Supported medical teams during high-stress situations such as Code Blue, Rapid Response, and trauma activations.
• Responded efficiently to urgent clinical needs, assisting with life-saving procedures and equipment preparation under pressure.
• Remained composed and proactive during emergency scenarios, contributing to coordinated patient care and rapid response efforts.
• Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
• Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
• Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
• Maintained clean and safe environment, reducing risk of infections and promoting health.
• Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
• Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
• Working with the care team where urgency, accuracy, and reliability are critical, it’s important to reflect the high-stakes environment and your ability to contribute effectively under different code status.

• Supported medical teams during high-stress situations such as Code Blue, Rapid Response, and trauma activations.
• Responded efficiently to urgent clinical needs, assisting with life-saving procedures and equipment preparation under pressure.
• Remained composed and proactive during emergency scenarios, contributing to coordinated patient care and rapid response efforts.
• Utilized strong communication skills to effectively relay critical information between patients, family members, and healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated empathy and active listening while addressing patient concerns or complaints promptly and professionally.
• Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities or concerns to nursing staff, ensuring timely intervention for patient wellbeing.
• Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities, staying current on industry best practices and maintaining certification requirements.

• N.S.T* N.A
• Assisted with admissions, discharges, and patient transport, ensuring smooth transitions in high-acuity units.
• Maintained accurate and timely patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems

• Dedicated Nursing Support Technician with hands-on experience in fast-paced hospital environments, including emergency and intensive care settings. Proven ability to assist in high-intensity code situations and deliver reliable,

• Delivered compassionate, hands-on care to diverse patient populations on a fast-paced Med-Surg unit.
• Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, feeding, ambulation, and toileting, ensuring dignity and safety.
• Monitored and recorded vital signs, intake/output, and blood glucose levels; promptly reported abnormalities to nursing staff.