Barbara Timpug
565 Center Briarwood Ave. West Islip,NY
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Educator
Good Samaritan University Hospital
West Islip, New York
08.2018 - Current
- Provided one-on-one and group clinical education for healthcare professionals on proper patient care techniques.
- Collaborated with other departments to create a comprehensive curriculum for new employees.
- Conducted assessments of staff skill level and provided feedback to improve their competency.
- Facilitated orientation sessions for new hires to introduce them to the clinical environment and policies.
- Reviewed existing processes and identified areas of improvement within the clinical setting.
- Coordinated with vendors regarding product demonstrations, equipment installation, troubleshooting.
- Worked closely with physicians and nurses to provide timely updates regarding changes in policies or regulations.
- Evaluated and monitored orientees progress to promote positive learning outcomes.
- Evaluated orientees performance, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
Assistant Nurse Manager, Neuroscience ICU/Stepdown
Good Samaritan University Hospital
West Islip, New York
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other healthcare personnel to provide comprehensive patient care services.
- Monitored daily operations of the nursing department, including budgeting, scheduling, and policy implementation.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to the practice of nursing.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to assess patients' progress and develop treatment plans.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or between staff members and patients and families in a professional manner.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by providing feedback on job performance during shift changes or rounds.
- Mentored new employees through orientation programs.
- Reviewed medical charts for accuracy and completeness according to established standards.
- Supported Nurse Manager with employee development and care quality management.
- Collaborated with physicians and other staff to maintain continuum of care.
- Cared for patients directly with various nursing tasks such as administering medication.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist bedside nurses with patient care decisions.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Registered Nurse, Cardio-Thoracic ICU
Good Samaritan University Hospital
West Islip, New York
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Cared for postoperative cardiovascular ICU patients recovering from open heart surgery.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments administered and outcomes achieved.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatment plans and any potential complications.
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan University Hospital
West Islip, NY
12.2005 - 10.2016
- Provided high-level nursing care to critically ill patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient's vital signs, symptoms and lab results on a regular basis.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare personnel to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Administered medications and intravenous fluids as prescribed by physician orders.
- Performed bedside procedures such as chest tube insertion, arterial line insertions, central line insertion, tracheostomy care.
- Identified changes in patient conditions and notified medical team immediately when necessary.
- Initiated emergency resuscitation measures according to established protocols in life threatening situations.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times while maintaining professional boundaries.
Assistant Nurse Manager, Intensive Care Unit
Derbyshire Royal Infirmary
Derby
07.2003 - 12.2005
- Provided leadership and direction to nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures for clinical operations.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure continuity of care.
- Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff members.
- Collaborated with physicians, administrators, and other healthcare personnel to provide comprehensive patient care services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to assess patients' progress and develop treatment plans.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by providing feedback on job performance during shift changes or rounds.
- Supported Nurse Manager with employee development and care quality management.
- Kept close eye on department operations to maintain coverage of needs.
- Cared for patients directly with various nursing tasks such as administering medication.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Manila Doctors Hospital
Manila
05.1997 - 12.2000
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, and medications administered.
- Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Recognized changes in patient conditions, promptly notified physicians, and implemented appropriate interventions as necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients and families.
- Functioned as charge nurse.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring patients transitioned safely from ICU to next level of care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Manila Doctors College
Manila, Philippines03-1997
Skills
- Staff Development
- Performance Improvement
- Clinical expertise
- Quality Improvement
- Developing curriculum
- Hands-on clinical instruction
- Coordinating schedules for new hires
- Clinical Support
- Orientee evaluations
- Patient Safety
- Learning Management Systems (CH Academy)
- Leadership and mentoring abilities
- Patient Care
- Basic Life Support Instructor
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor
Accomplishments
- Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council Nurse of Excellence Good Samarital Hospital 2022
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse NY 580315
- ACLS
- BLS
Languages
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Clinical Educator
Good Samaritan University Hospital
08.2018 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager, Neuroscience ICU/Stepdown
Good Samaritan University Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse, Cardio-Thoracic ICU
Good Samaritan University Hospital
10.2016 - 08.2017
Medical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan University Hospital
12.2005 - 10.2016
Assistant Nurse Manager, Intensive Care Unit
Derbyshire Royal Infirmary
07.2003 - 12.2005
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Manila Doctors Hospital
05.1997 - 12.2000
- Registered Professional Nurse NY 580315
- ACLS
- BLS
Master of Science - Nursing Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Manila Doctors College
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