Gabrielle Yarbrough
Warrior,AL
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with substantial experience in healthcare management and patient care. Demonstrates strong ability to lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and staff efficiency. Adept at adapting to changing healthcare environments while maintaining high standards in clinical practice and regulatory compliance. Skilled in critical decision-making, patient assessment, and staff training, with focus on fostering supportive and result-driven workplace.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Register Nurse House Supervisor
Select Specialty Hospital
Birmingham, AL
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts and departments.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety and satisfaction metrics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Led emergency response drills, increasing preparedness and response times across the facility.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations, maintaining standards of care within the organization.
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures to enhance overall quality of patient care provided within the facility.
- Acted as liaison between administration and nursing staff members by addressing questions or concerns related to hospital operations or policies.
- Facilitated a safe and efficient work environment through enforcing compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Strike Register Nurse/Telemetry
Riverside Community Hospital
Riverside, CA
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored vital signs and cardiac rhythms to ensure patient safety and timely intervention.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, adhering to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and discharge instructions.
- Evaluated patient data trends to identify potential complications, facilitating proactive interventions.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
Strike Register Nurse/Telemetry
Providence Medical Center
Everett, WA
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided direct patient care, monitoring vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient conditions, adjusting care plans accordingly.
Travel Register Nurse Vascular/Preceptor
UAB Hospital
Birmingham, AL
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Administered patient assessments and developed care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing health status and reporting changes to the healthcare team.
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on clinical procedures and professional development opportunities.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication administration, and post-discharge care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Mentored nursing students, enhancing clinical skills and fostering professional development.
- Oversaw work of nursing student technicians and externs to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks.
- Assessed student performance regularly, adjusting teaching strategies as needed to ensure academic progress.
Strike Register Nurse/PCU
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
Santa Clara, CA
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders to ensure patient safety and recovery.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Developed strong rapport with patients in the step-down unit, easing anxieties during transitions of care from intensive care units or surgical wards.
- Maintained a high level of infection control practices, contributing to reduced hospital-acquired infections within the step-down unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills to manage complex patients, including those requiring telemetry monitoring and ventilator support.
Register Nurse/Clinic/Medsurg
SnapNurse (State of California)
San Diego, CA
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists or external healthcare providers when necessary for specialized care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
- Reduced patient wait times through effective triage and prioritization of tasks.
- Monitored vital signs regularly to track patient progress and respond promptly to any changes or abnormalities.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering high-quality care and addressing individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Register Nurse/Clinic/Vaccinations
SnapNurse (State of California)
Indio, CA
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Remarkable experience in administrating IM injections to adults and children.
- Monitored and assessed patients for adverse reactions to COVID and influenza vaccine.
- Administered patient care, including medication management and monitoring vital signs.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Oversaw daily nursing operations, ensuring high-quality patient care and safety standards.
- Developed and enforced policies to maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback when necessary.
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Los Alamitos Medical Center)
Los Alamitos, CA
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in life-threatening conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and adjusted treatments based on patient responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Provided education and emotional support to patients and families during critical situations.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends for proactive healthcare interventions.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Tri-City Medical Center)
Vista, CA
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care outcomes.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
- Facilitated smooth patient transfers between units by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, ensuring continuity of care throughout the hospital stay.
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Kaweah Delta Medical Center)
Visalia, CA
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted thorough assessments of cardiac rhythms, ensuring timely interventions for arrhythmias or other complications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on cardiac monitoring procedures, enhancing understanding and compliance with care protocols.
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Administered medications, titrated drips, and adjusted treatment plans according to physician orders and patient response.
- Managed complex cardiac cases with skillful prioritization of tasks while simultaneously assessing multiple patients'' conditions.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices in telemetry nursing through participation in continuing education opportunities.
Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (San Joaquin Medical Center)
French Camp, CA
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Evaluated patient data trends, adjusting care strategies to improve clinical efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, maintaining a calm atmosphere for patients during critical moments in their care.
- Promoted a culture of safety, resulting in reduced hospital-acquired infections and falls.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Jackson Hospital)
Jackson, MS
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Analyzed cardiac rhythms and identified abnormalities for immediate physician notification.
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on telemetry monitoring processes and post-discharge care.
- Provided patients with information on such subjects as side effects from medications and benefits of proper nutrition to help promote better outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine patient needs and adjust monitoring accordingly.
- Contributed to a reduction in readmission rates by providing thorough discharge planning, including medication reconciliation and follow-up appointments.
- Reduced complications with timely identification of arrhythmias and intervention as needed.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
Eminent Staffing and Consulting (Kings County Hospital)
Brooklyn, NY
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Monitored vital signs and telemetry data to ensure patient safety and timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions to guide clinical decision-making and interventions.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive electronic health records for all patients under care, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare team members and continuity of care across shifts.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by conducting thorough discharge planning and follow-up assessments.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered heart and blood pressure medication to cardiac patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Compliance Register Nurse
NY City Schools
New York, NY
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, streamlining processes that enhanced operational efficiency within the department.
- Led nursing team in daily operations, prioritizing tasks to maintain high standards of patient care delivery.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Register Nurse/Unit Manager/Nurse Educator/
Glen Haven Health & Rehabilitation
Northport, AL
12.2019 - 11.2020
- Led nursing staff in delivering quality patient care and improving overall health outcomes.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff competencies and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Monitored performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions effectively.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create strategic initiatives for patient safety and satisfaction improvements.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advocated for resource allocation to support nursing staff needs and improve patient care services.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitored clinical outcomes closely, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Register Nurse/ NICU III
Brookwood Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions in NICU setting.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Served as an advocate for patient needs by collaborating with physicians to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented promptly when necessary.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Coordinated with social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support for families navigating the NICU journey.
- Performed complex nursing procedures such as umbilical line placement, lumbar punctures, and endotracheal intubation with precision and accuracy.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times while navigating the complexities of neonatal intensive care.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and reporting.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
Register Nurse/ NICU III
DCH MEDICAL CENTER
Tuscaloosa, AL
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Administered medication and monitored vital signs for critically ill neonates.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Educated families on neonatal care, promoting understanding and support.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions and progress.
- Led quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing infection rates in NICU.
- Facilitated parental involvement in newborn care, strengthening family bonds and supporting emotional well-being.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and ongoing assessment data for medical records continuity .
- Promoted early intervention strategies by identifying developmental delays or other concerns during routine assessments of NICU patients.
- Participated in continuous professional development to stay current with best practices in neonatal nursing.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNAssociate of Science - Nursing
University of West Alabama
Livingston, AL01.2018
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Nursing ethics
- Care coordination
- Quality improvement
- Healthcare regulations
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Care planning
- Nursing assessment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Basic life support
- Adaptability
- Immunizations and vaccinations
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
NRP
Timeline
Register Nurse House Supervisor
Select Specialty Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Strike Register Nurse/Telemetry
Riverside Community Hospital
11.2023 - 02.2024
Strike Register Nurse/Telemetry
Providence Medical Center
11.2023 - 11.2023
Strike Register Nurse/PCU
Kaiser Permanente Hospital
10.2023 - 10.2023
Travel Register Nurse Vascular/Preceptor
UAB Hospital
05.2023 - 11.2023
Register Nurse/Clinic/Medsurg
SnapNurse (State of California)
10.2022 - 05.2023
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Los Alamitos Medical Center)
06.2022 - 07.2022
Register Nurse/Clinic/Vaccinations
SnapNurse (State of California)
05.2022 - 10.2022
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Tri-City Medical Center)
01.2022 - 03.2022
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Kaweah Delta Medical Center)
10.2021 - 12.2021
Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (San Joaquin Medical Center)
09.2021 - 10.2021
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
SnapNurse (Jackson Hospital)
08.2021 - 09.2021
Travel Register Nurse/Telemetry
Eminent Staffing and Consulting (Kings County Hospital)
01.2021 - 07.2021
Compliance Register Nurse
NY City Schools
10.2020 - 12.2020
Register Nurse/Unit Manager/Nurse Educator/
Glen Haven Health & Rehabilitation
12.2019 - 11.2020
Register Nurse/ NICU III
Brookwood Medical Center
03.2019 - 02.2020
Register Nurse/ NICU III
DCH MEDICAL CENTER
07.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of West Alabama