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Dana Barron

Registered Nurse
North Platte,NE

Summary

Reliable employee seeking office position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. I am ready to step away from nursing and learn something new. I have a great deal of experience with scheduling appointments and I know how to talk to patients professionally.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Triage Nurse

Great Plains Health
North Platte, NE
08.2016 - Current
  • Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
  • Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues.
  • Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
  • Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
  • Advised patients on pre- and post-operative instructions, medication administration, and symptoms indicating emergency care.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
  • Verified patient insurance eligibility and identified primary care physician, contacting office to obtain patient file.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.

RN Staff Nurse

Platte River Nephrology
North Platte, NE
08.2013 - 07.2016
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.

Surgery Coordinator

Surgery Center
North Platte, NE
04.2003 - 07.2013
  • Fostered collaborative relationships among health care team by communicating, responding to requests and building rapport.
  • Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications and participating in professional societies.
  • Abided by state and federal healthcare guidelines and laws and reported non-compliance issues.
  • Maintained efficient surgery schedule by monitoring daily activities and resolving potential conflicts.
  • Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mid Plains Community College
North Platte, NE

Timeline

Triage Nurse

Great Plains Health
08.2016 - Current

RN Staff Nurse

Platte River Nephrology
08.2013 - 07.2016

Surgery Coordinator

Surgery Center
04.2003 - 07.2013

Associate of Science - Nursing

Mid Plains Community College

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