Bonnie Barnes
Littleton,CO
Summary
Exceptional prior Cardiovascular Technologist offering more than 15 years working with physicians to diagnose and treat cardiac and peripheral vascular disease. Specializing in care of patients undergoing a wide variety of diagnostic and interventional procedures. Highly-skilled in phlebotomy/ arterial access- sheath insertion with 15+ years of experience in healthcare settings. Provides compassionate and professional care. Proficient in collecting blood specimens and processing for further analysis. Care-focused and accomplished at easing patient anxieties and hitting veins/ arteries on first attempts. Experienced in skin puncture draws utilizing varied needle gauges and collection techniques tailored to patient need.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Development
Went back to university to pursue Masters degree in secondary education (Biology teacher)
Caregiving
Cared for elderly mother for many years, had several gaps depending on her condition at the time.
Home Health Caregiver
Self Employed Services
08.2019 - 09.2023
- Developed strong rapport with patient and her family, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patient and family on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to family.
- Contributed to the overall success of the patient by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
- Assisted patient with activities of daily living to promote independence.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Science Tutor
Teach A Child
12.2013 - 05.2023
- Enhanced student understanding of scientific concepts by employing hands-on activities and real-world examples.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques during lessons, nurturing critical thinking skills among students.
- Provided constructive feedback on homework assignments, equipping students with tools for continuous selfimprovement.
- Stayed current on developments in science education research to inform instructional approaches and continuously refine teaching methods.
Manager
Sally's Beauty Supply
07.2016 - 08.2019
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
Customer Service Cashier
Valley Growers Nursery
03.2013 - 10.2016
- Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
- Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
- Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Promoted a positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
- Developed and managed relationships with customers to increase customer loyalty.
- Answered product questions using knowledge of sales and store promotions.
- Assisted in training new employees, ensuring they were knowledgeable about company policies and procedures.
- Balanced cash registers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies and errors.
- Utilized POS system to handle customer cash and credit card transactions.
- Managed cash register operations accurately, reducing the risk of shortages or overages in daily reconciliations.
- Provided support to fellow cashiers by stepping in during breaks or assisting with complex transactions as needed.
- Handled sensitive information securely while processing payments through various methods including cash, credit cards, and gift cards.
Biology Teacher
Wilson County Schools
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Improved student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples into lessons.
- Established a positive classroom atmosphere that fostered respect among students and encouraged open dialogue about challenging concepts.
- Used tests, quizzes, and other assignments to gauge students' learning and determine understanding of course materials.
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Developed materials for laboratory activities, homework assignments, and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student progress, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced the learning experience by utilizing multimedia resources in classroom presentations and assignments.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades, and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Prepared individualized lesson plans and educational materials to structure biology curriculum to needs of each student.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
Cardiovascular Technologist
Nashville VA Hospital
09.1996 - 06.2009
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Performed venipuncture for IV insertion, blood draws.
- Obtained sterile arterial access/ sheath insertion on patients in preparation for multiple cardiovascular procedures.
- Assist physicians in performing interventional procedures on patients such as angioplasty, stent insertion, dissection repair, pacemaker/ ICD insertion, sutured patients incisions after device placement, inserted Swan Ganz catheter and performed Right Heart monitoring.
- Inspected, maintained, and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
- Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Collaborated with physicians to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment planning for patients with cardiovascular issues.
- Recorded pertinent patient information to maintain accurate records.
- Assisted radiologists and other physicians in performing radiologic exams.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively performing blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and challenging cases.
- Improved patient comfort by efficiently drawing blood samples using various techniques such as venipuncture and capillary puncture.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
Education
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN12.2013
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Radiology
Nashville General Hospital
Nashville, TN05.
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05.1990
Skills
- Professional Development and Continuing Education
- Professional development engagement
Certification
- Licensed Biology Teacher in TN 2013- current
CPR certified
CPR certified. Previously ACLS certified for approx. 15 years.
Timeline
Home Health Caregiver
Self Employed Services
08.2019 - 09.2023
Manager
Sally's Beauty Supply
07.2016 - 08.2019
Science Tutor
Teach A Child
12.2013 - 05.2023
Biology Teacher
Wilson County Schools
08.2013 - 06.2016
Customer Service Cashier
Valley Growers Nursery
03.2013 - 10.2016
Cardiovascular Technologist
Nashville VA Hospital
09.1996 - 06.2009
Professional Development
Caregiving
Master of Arts - Secondary Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Radiology
Nashville General Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Middle Tennessee State University
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