Edward W. Barker III
Laurel,MS
Summary
Passionate and skilled healthcare professional with 6 years of experience in a fast-paced ER, where I served as the PCC during the COVID crisis. Recognized as "Nurse of The Year" in 2018 and a recipient of multiple "Trauma Nurse Champion" awards. Possesses strong prioritization and planning skills, excelling in high-stress situations. Currently contributing 2.5 years of expertise in an Intensive Critical Care Unit and eager to transition into a Flight Nurse role, bringing a proven track record and unwavering commitment to trauma care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
South Central Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Forrest General Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Forrest General Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2021
- Provided care to critical ill and/or injured patients following hospital protocols and physicians orders
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Coordinated care of patients by leading a 20-person team comprised of RNs and ancillary staff
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS2015
Skills
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient and family advocacy
- Verbal and written communication
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Team leadership
- Organizational skills
- Conflict resolution
- Multitasking ability
- Problem solving
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- TNCC - Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum
- NIH SS - NIH Stroke Scale
- CCRN - Critical Care Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
South Central Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Forrest General Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Forrest General Hospital
06.2015 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
William Carey University
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