Barbara Wenham
Rock Hill,South Carolina
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with 32 years of clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Proficient in caring for a diverse population of pediatric patients and families through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Levine Children's Hospital
Charlotte, NC
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
- Customized care strategies to suit individual patient requirements.
- Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
- Developed plans of care in collaboration with physicians, families, and other healthcare team members.
- Reported observations and concerns to supervising physicians
Travel Registered Nurse
Doernbecher Children's Hospital
Portland, OR
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal quality of care for all patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies for complex cases.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Ensured adaptability in work schedule to align with institutional requirements.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse/Preceptor
Novant Health/Presbyterian Medical Center
Charlotte, NC
05.2019 - 02.2023
- Provide patient care for chronically ill children in a medical/surgical unit
- Handle all aspects of care including chemotherapy, wound care, medication management and phlebotomy in the pediatric acute setting
- Oversee staffing needs of the unit and adjust staffing
- Preceptor for both new graduates and newly hired nurses.
School Nurse
Rock Hill School District/Mt. Gallant Elementary
Rock Hill, South Carolina
10.2013 - 05.2019
- Develops space conducive to open sharing of student issues
- Engage with leadership about intricate pupil challenges
- Oversee the health needs of 500 elementary age students
- Facilitated open dialogue between parents and teachers concerning student health needs
- Managed urgent and emergent situations involving students and staff
- Maintain safe campus conditions for both students and staff
- Played critical role in rolling out and educating personnel on electronic recordkeeping for entire district
Clinical Lead Nurse
Novant Health/Presbyterian Pediatric Cardiology
Charlotte, NC
06.2005 - 10.2013
- Managed clinical and support staff in patient care activities while consistently achieving high patient satisfaction scores
- Assisted physicians to ensure comprehension of treatment plans
- Managed specialty clinic with outside physician and his staff
- Performed EKG's and exercise stress testing as well as application of various heart monitors
- Maintained inventory of medical supplies.
Staff Nurse/Preceptor
Novant Health/Presbyterian Hospital
Charlotte, NC
01.1994 - 06.2005
- Supported and ensured competency of new graduates in the clinical setting
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans ensuring continuity of care for patients
- Provided patient care for chronically ill children in a medical/surgical unit
- Handled all aspects of care including chemotherapy, wound care and medication management in pediatric hospital setting
- Delegated duties to other team members as necessary for continuity of patient care
- Ensured understanding of all discharge instructions for patients and their families.
Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital/Medical Surgical Unit
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Provided care to adult medical and surgical patients, including wound and ostomy care
- Administered and monitored IV fluids, enteral and parenteral nutrition and medication administration.
Education
Diploma -
Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing
12.1992
Accomplishments
- Robert Moore Pediatric Award 1993, Given to a graduating senior who exemplified excellence in their pediatric clinical experience.
- Support Staff Person of the Year 2017-2018, Selected by Mt. Gallant staff and given to faculty member who consistently exceeds expectations and needs of staff and students.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Levine Children's Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Doernbecher Children's Hospital
02.2023 - 12.2023
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse/Preceptor
Novant Health/Presbyterian Medical Center
05.2019 - 02.2023
School Nurse
Rock Hill School District/Mt. Gallant Elementary
10.2013 - 05.2019
Clinical Lead Nurse
Novant Health/Presbyterian Pediatric Cardiology
06.2005 - 10.2013
Staff Nurse/Preceptor
Novant Health/Presbyterian Hospital
01.1994 - 06.2005
Staff Nurse
Presbyterian Hospital/Medical Surgical Unit
01.1993 - 01.1994
Diploma -
Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing
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