Dafferneice Barge
Jonesboro,Georgia
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 27 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in both acute and long-term settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical-Surgical LPN
Piedmont Hospital
Fayetteville, Georgia
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted physicians with the management of patient care by taking vital signs, administering medication via any route specified.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Observed, charted and reported developments in patient health condition in [Number]-bed hospital.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Assisted physicians with procedures, such as wound care and suturing.
Admin Support
PruittHealth Christian City
Union City, Georgia
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Developed and implemented administrative procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Created and maintained filing systems for employee records, financial reports, and other documents.
- Prepared regular progress reports to track budget expenditures, workflow, and performance metrics.
- Coordinated with executive staff to ensure deadlines were met in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the maintenance of office equipment, supplies, and facilities.
- Provided support to departmental managers in the development of project plans and initiatives.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring process by sourcing, screening, and interviewing applicants.
- Developed job postings, tracked applicants through applicant tracking system, and coordinated onboarding paperwork.
- Conducted reference checks on prospective employees as part of the pre-employment process.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and define qualifications required for roles.
- Assisted in creating a positive environment for patients, family members, and staff by providing excellent customer service.
Unit Manager
PruittHealth Christian City
Union City , Georgia
09.2009 - 01.2020
- Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
- Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
- Monitored quality assurance activities for compliance with standards of care.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
- Evaluated performance of individual nurses and CNAs against established standards.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress and plan care strategies.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss concerns or issues related to nursing practices.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
Medical-Surgical Staff Nurse
Emory Adventist Hospital
Smyrna , GA
10.2002 - 10.2014
- Provided direct patient care and assessments for medical-surgical patients.
- Educated and supported patients and families on disease process, treatment plans, medications, diet, lifestyle changes, and other related topics.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Performed wound dressing changes and monitored healing progress of wounds.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications in accordance with physicians' orders.
- Maintained accurate documentation of nursing assessment data for all assigned patients in the electronic health record system.
- Performed advanced clinical skills such as inserting IV catheters and Foley catheters.
- Developed discharge plans to ensure safe transition from hospital to home setting for post-acute care needs.
- Coordinated with case managers regarding follow-up appointments post discharge from hospital stay.
- Assessed pain levels using appropriate pain scales and implemented non-pharmacological interventions to reduce pain levels when possible.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment and developed strategies to mitigate risks.
- Recognized early signs of deterioration in a patient's condition through ongoing monitoring of vital signs, laboratory values, medications effects, and alerted healthcare team members immediately when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to families throughout their loved one's hospital stay by listening attentively and responding compassionately.
CNA/ Staff Nurse
Christian City
Union City, Georgia
09.1996 - 01.2009
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA12-2000
Associate of Applied Science - Prenursing Studies
Atlanta Metropolitan State College
Atlanta, GASkills
- Specimen Collection
- Tracheostomy Care
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Airway Management
- Physical Assessment
- Family Communication
- Emergency Response
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical-Surgical LPN
Piedmont Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Admin Support
PruittHealth Christian City
01.2020 - 07.2022
Unit Manager
PruittHealth Christian City
09.2009 - 01.2020
Medical-Surgical Staff Nurse
Emory Adventist Hospital
10.2002 - 10.2014
CNA/ Staff Nurse
Christian City
09.1996 - 01.2009
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Atlanta Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Prenursing Studies
Atlanta Metropolitan State College