Cindy Barber
Perrysburg
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at DaVita Dialysis Corporation, excelling in patient assessment and education. Proficient in medication administration and EHR management, I effectively monitor vital signs and foster patient understanding. Committed to delivering compassionate care, I ensure safety and comfort during challenging medical situations, enhancing patient recovery and compliance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
Perrysburg
04.2021 - 03.2025
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
Toledo
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Nurse
St. Charles Hospital
Oregon
02.2004 - 09.2012
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH05-2003
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- EHR management
- Sterile techniques
- Patient education
Accomplishments
- 2023 Daisy Award Recipient for excellence in Nursing.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
04.2021 - 03.2025
Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
08.2017 - 11.2019
Nurse
St. Charles Hospital
02.2004 - 09.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Practice
Owens Community College
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