Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Barbarette Legette

Mullins,SC

Summary

A seasoned Registered Nurse Supervisor with a proven track record at Senior Care of Marion, I excel in diabetes management and delivering culturally-sensitive care. Demonstrating a strong ability to lead and innovate, I've significantly enhanced patient outcomes and staff proficiency. My expertise in medical assessment and compassionate patient advocacy sets me apart in the healthcare field.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Open Door Personnel Agency
Lexington, South Carolina
03.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Senior Care of Marion
Marion, South Carolina
04.2023 - 01.2024
  • Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, ancillary departments, families and other healthcare providers.
  • Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and provide appropriate interventions.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Maintained records of staff attendance, payroll and other personnel data.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
  • Reviewed medical charts to ensure accuracy of documentation and appropriateness of orders.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing patient responses.
  • Educated patients and families about their illness or injury, treatment options, medications, and follow-up care instructions.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Registered Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Florence, South Carolina
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Education

Associate of Science -

Horry Georgetown Tech
Myrtle Beach, SC
12-2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Skills

  • IV management
  • Diabetes management
  • Infectious disease control
  • Vaccine administration
  • Ventilator support
  • Medical assessment
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Discharge coordination
  • Gastrostomy tube care
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Immunization skills
  • IV setup
  • Licensed RN
  • Intake and discharge
  • Patient monitoring
  • Palliative and pain management
  • HIPAA education
  • Precepting
  • Lab result interpretation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Senior Care of Marion
04.2023 - 01.2024

Registered Nurse

Open Door Personnel Agency
03.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2021 - 03.2023

Associate of Science -

Horry Georgetown Tech

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Walden University
Barbarette Legette