Chasity Barrett
Callaway,VA
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner candidate with a strong foundation in family medicine, well-versed in delivering patient-centered care across diverse populations. Known for collaborative teamwork and achieving consistently positive patient outcomes. Adept at adapting to evolving healthcare needs, with skills in diagnostic testing and patient education. Expertise includes diagnostic testing, patient education, and leadership across multiple clinical settings, emphasizing team collaboration and patient safety through evidence-based practices. Highly skilled in communication, time management, and critical thinking, with a focus on promoting positive health outcomes and effective problem-solving.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Clinical Manager/Limited Radiologic Technologist
Tri-Area Community Health Center at Ferrum
Ferrum, Va
09.2008 - Current
- Achieved efficient team operations by supervising 7 clinical staff members. Enhanced workflow through strategic delegation of tasks. Created clinical staffing schedule that maximized resource utilization.
- Ensures efficient operation of the medical practice and maintains professional presence when representing the organization
- Supported medical providers in conducting examinations, treatments, and procedures, including incision and drainage, pap smears, Nexplanon insertion, and suturing.
- Responsible for assignment and overview of all nursing duties in addition to patient care, ordering of supplies, maintenance, and QI of the lab, pharmaceutical activities, maintenance of x-ray equipment, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment where appropriate
- Exercises independent judgment and discretion while managing center nurse personnel and coordinating all nurse functions
- Assess vital signs, intake information, medical history, update medication, allergies, and immunizations
- Monitors medical equipment to ensure that maintenance, calibration, and replacement services are accomplished
- Perform phlebotomy, IV administration, point of care labs, EKG, X-rays, and digital retinopathy exams
- Counsel patients on procedures and lab results, perform patient education, schedule appointments
- Triage walk-in patients and incoming triage calls
- Led clinical operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
- Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address patient needs and optimize care plans.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Managed nursing schedules and staffing levels, ensuring optimal coverage for all shifts without compromising patient care standards.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, resulting in improved patient outcomes and reduced medical errors.
LPN Charge Nurse
Franklin Health and Rehabilitation Center
Rocky Mount, VA
08.2007 - 09.2008
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with state, federal, and MFA guidelines
- Assessed and charted patients' vital signs, dressed wounds, prepared equipment, and assisted with personal hygiene
- Monitored patients' reactions to medication or treatment and reported back to a supervising physician or registered nurse to modify a treatment plan
- Wrote weekly/monthly summaries of patients' status, abilities and addresses problems identified in the patient care plan
- Supervise direct care staff
Residential Counselor
Gift of Hope Group Home for Girls
03.2006 - 07.2006
- Oversaw day-to-day activities, monitored overall care and safety of residents
- Ensured residents abided by the rules and regulations set forth in the program
- Planned and supervised recreational activities among residents and assisted with client transportation
Psychiatric Aide/Human Services Care Worker
Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute
01.2000 - 04.2004
- Maintained accountability in a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment
- Observed and reported feedback to providers regarding interventions, treatments, behaviors, physical and emotional well-being
- Documented and communicated using specialized training for promoting mental wellness recovery
Education
Bachelor Degree - Nursing (BSN)
Ferrum College
Ferrum, Va01.2023
Master of Science Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Bluefield University
Bluefield, VA05-2026
Associate Registered Nursing License - Nursing
Patrick Henry Community College
Martinsville, VA05.2020
Radiologic Technology-Limited license - Radiologic Technology
Southwest Virginia Community College
Tazewell, VA01-2014
Completed Practical Nursing Program - Nursing
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Roanoke, VANursing Assistant Certification - Nursing
Wytheville Community College
Wytheville, VAHigh School Diploma -
Chilhowie High School
Chilhowie, VASkills
- Clinical leadership and supervision
- Patient confidentiality
- Medical documentation
- Care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Nursing assessment
- HIPAA compliance
- Staff management and training
- Continuing education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Electronic health records (ECW, EPIC, Athena)
Certification
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) expires March 2026
- AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) expires February 2027
- AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) expires February 2027
- Limited Radiologic Technologist License Expires October 2027
- Narcan Revive Certified
- 21st Century Leadership Certificate
- Youth Mental Health First Aide
- Middle Managers: Increasing Accountability & Empowerment
Timeline
RN Clinical Manager/Limited Radiologic Technologist
Tri-Area Community Health Center at Ferrum
09.2008 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Franklin Health and Rehabilitation Center
08.2007 - 09.2008
Residential Counselor
Gift of Hope Group Home for Girls
03.2006 - 07.2006
Psychiatric Aide/Human Services Care Worker
Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute
01.2000 - 04.2004
Bachelor Degree - Nursing (BSN)
Ferrum College
Master of Science Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Bluefield University
Associate Registered Nursing License - Nursing
Patrick Henry Community College
Radiologic Technology-Limited license - Radiologic Technology
Southwest Virginia Community College
Completed Practical Nursing Program - Nursing
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Nursing Assistant Certification - Nursing
Wytheville Community College
High School Diploma -
Chilhowie High School