DAWNTA BARTON
Elmsford,NY
Summary
Knowledgeable Licensed Practical Nurse with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams. Currently completing Registered Nursing program with anticipated licensure in August 2026.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Greater New York Nursing Agency
New York, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Provide one-on-one skilled nursing care to pediatric patient with complex medical needs
- Manage ventilator-dependent patient with tracheostomy and G-tube
- Perform trach care, suctioning, respiratory treatments, and oxygen monitoring
- Administer medications and enteral feedings per physician orders
- Monitor seizure activity and provide emergency interventions
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate patient status with providers
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders for pediatric patients.
- Supported patients'' physical and emotional well-being through compassionate communication, play therapy techniques, and age-appropriate activities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Trinamco Home Care
Westchester County
10.2022 - Current
- Provide skilled nursing care for medically fragile patients
- Manage respiratory conditions including ventilator and G-tube dependence
- Perform medication administration, airway management, and patient assessments
- Maintain infection control standards and documentation
- Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting significant changes to healthcare team.
- Advocated for the rights of private duty nursing clients within the broader healthcare system by educating others about their unique needs and challenges.
- Managed medical emergencies efficiently, coordinating with emergency services and implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
Charge Nurse
Moshulu Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Bronx, NY
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Served as Charge Nurse overseeing daily operations on a 40-bed long-term care unit
- Administered oral, IM, and subcutaneous medications including insulin
- Performed blood glucose monitoring and diabetic management
- Provided wound care including pressure injuries and surgical sites
- Managed tracheostomy care, catheter care, and ostomy care
- Supervised CNAs and delegated patient assignments
- Conducted patient assessments and documented care in EMR
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastwick College
Hackensack, NJ07-2026
LPN - Nursing
AMG School of Practical Nursing
Brooklyn, NY06-2019
Skills
- Pediatric & Geriatric Nursing
- Ventilator & Tracheostomy Care
- G-Tube Feedings
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Seizure Management
- EMR Documentation
- Infection Control
- ADLs & Mobility Assistance
- Catheter care
- Infection control
- Respiratory care
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Kings County Hospital – Medical Surgical / Labor and Delivery
- Bellevue Hospital – psychiatric ward
Timeline
Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Greater New York Nursing Agency
05.2024 - Current
Private Duty Licensed Practical Nurse
Trinamco Home Care
10.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse
Moshulu Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
06.2019 - 09.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastwick College
LPN - Nursing
AMG School of Practical Nursing