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Barbara Mcburney

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Dynamic registered nurse with experience at Antelope Valley Hospital, adept at prioritizing interventions and enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care. Skilled in medication administration and crisis management, with a proven track record in mentoring staff and promoting safety. Strong communicator, fostering collaboration among patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Labor and Delivery

Antelope Valley Hospital
05.1988 - 07.2025
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.

Registered Nurse/Adjunct Instructor Obstetric

Antelope Valley Community College
02.2004 - 08.2007
  • Served as an instructor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare

facility by participating in quality improvement

initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and

advocating for best practices in nursing care.

• Liaison for students and staff while at the college

or in the hospital setting.

Education

Associates Degree in Science of Nursing

Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA
05.1988

General Education

Palmdale High School
Palmdale
06.1983

Skills

  • Promotes medication administration safely and timely
  • Good communication skills with patients, families, coworkers and physicians
  • Organizes and schedules add on and emergent surgical services

Certification

BLS

ACLS

NRP

BABY FRIENDLY

RNC OBSTETRICS

EXTERNAL FETAL MONITORING-C

Timeline

Registered Nurse/Adjunct Instructor Obstetric

Antelope Valley Community College
02.2004 - 08.2007

Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse Labor and Delivery

Antelope Valley Hospital
05.1988 - 07.2025

Associates Degree in Science of Nursing

Antelope Valley College

General Education

Palmdale High School
Barbara Mcburney