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BARBARA STEVENS
Covington,LA
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Summary
Proficient in EMR charting and clinical assessments, aiming to contribute as a Clinical Nurse. Committed to supporting the team with effective communication and organizational skills. Experienced healthcare professional prepared for challenging and dynamic nursing role. Proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care, with strong skills in clinical assessments, medication administration, and patient education. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing healthcare environments. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on achieving positive patient outcomes and supporting team success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
The Happy Home Housekeepers
Covington, LA
05.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to streamline daily business activities and enhance efficiency.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices, fostering a collaborative work environment and enhancing service quality.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, ensuring optimal stock levels to meet customer demands effectively.
- Cultivated customer relationships by addressing inquiries promptly, leading to improved customer satisfaction levels.
- Managed all aspects of the daily operations including personnel, inventory control, budgeting, pricing.
- Provided friendly and engaging customer service to internal and external customers.
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
San Diego, CA
07.2018 - Current
- Travel Nurse at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in the Endoscopy Department for 3 month contract.
- Worked in Pre, Intra, and Post procedure areas. Skills included assessment, IV placement, Psyco/Social screening, circulating in procedure rooms including EGD, ERCP, Colonoscopies, EUS, Bronchoscopies, and EBUS.
- Also recovered/discharged patients post procedure.
- Please see attached letter of reference.
Staff Nurse
Sharp Grossmont Womens Center
LaMesa, CA
10.2009 - Current
- Started Grossmont as a travel nurse, after one 3 month contract converted to full time staff.
- A three-suite OR functioning as an OR circulator in OB/GYN cases as well as a recovery room nurse.
- While there, was instrumental in initiating conversion to Cerner EMR.
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
San Diego, CA
05.2008 - Current
- Worked at several different hospitals in the San Diego area as a travel nurse circulator in the operating room.
- Ranging from large teaching facilities to smaller community hospitals.
Staff Nurse
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, LA
10.2007 - Current
- Circulator in 6 suite Operating Room.
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
San Diego, CA
05.2004 - Current
- Worked in the Operating Room as a traveler at several different locations including San Diego, CA and Houston, TX.
Staff RN
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, LA
01.2001 - Current
- Circulator in 6 suite Operating Room.
Staff RN
Northoaks Medical Center
Hammond, LA
10.1995 - Current
- Staff nurse in Level II Emergency Room.
Staff RN
Medical Center of Louisiana at New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
12.1994 - Current
- Staff RN in Level I Trauma Center.
Staff Nurse and Charge Nurse
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, LA
11.2011 - 05.2018
- Started my Endoscopy career here coming from 14 years in the Operating Room.
- Worked for 3 years as a staff nurse then became charge nurse.
- Proficient in all cases GI related as well as Bronchoscopies and conscious sedation for the cardiology department during Transesphogeal Echocardiograms.
- As charge nurse was responsible for staff scheduling and daily assignments, KRONOS (timekeeping), as well as Policy and Procedure review and revisions.
- Excelled in time management and conflict resolution.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School Of Nursing
LA01.1994
Skills
- Operations management
- Business planning
- Staff training and development
- Assessment skills
- EMR charting
- Charge Nurse experience
Certification
Registered Nurse
Timeline
Owner/Operator
The Happy Home Housekeepers
05.2021 - Current
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
07.2018 - Current
Staff Nurse and Charge Nurse
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
11.2011 - 05.2018
Staff Nurse
Sharp Grossmont Womens Center
10.2009 - Current
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Healthcare
05.2008 - Current
Staff Nurse
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
10.2007 - Current
Travel Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
05.2004 - Current
Staff RN
Lakeview Regional Medical Center
01.2001 - Current
Staff RN
Northoaks Medical Center
10.1995 - Current
Staff RN
Medical Center of Louisiana at New Orleans
12.1994 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Charity School Of Nursing