JAYNE BARRETT
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with 30+ years in diverse healthcare settings. Skilled in navigating complex situations and implementing creative solutions. Extensive knowledge of advanced medical procedures and evidence-based practices. Provides patient-centered care with cultural sensitivity. Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in evolving healthcare landscapes. Committed to ongoing professional development. Maintains strong interpersonal connections with patients, colleagues, and supervisors, fostering collaborative relationships within the healthcare community.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Full Time
Holmes Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
- Delivering a high standard of care on a 36-bed progressive care unit, caring for4-6 telemetry patients. Attending Acute and chronic complex health conditions.
- Proficient in electronic medical record systems including Meditech, SCM and EPIC.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Utilizing critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducting thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administering medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhancing patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisting in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Improving patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Skillfully managing challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participating in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoting a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Infusion Registered Nurse, Full-time
Option Care Health
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided care in the Ambulatory Infusion Suite as well as in patients homes.
- Promoted infection control measures by diligently following proper hand hygiene protocols and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate and individualized care during infusion treatments.
- Educated patients and their families on their medications, possible side effects, and self-care techniques to improve overall health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of infusion nursing.
- Managed intravenous access devices including troubleshooting issues such as occlusions or infiltration for optimal patient care delivery.
- Advanced quality improvement initiatives within the department by participating in regular audits and identifying areas for potential process improvement.
- Collaborated with pharmacy staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of required medications for efficient patient care provision.
- Served as a mentor for new staff members, guiding them through the orientation process and sharing best practices in infusion nursing care.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked infusion suite.
- Provides IV infusions such as IVIG, lab blood draws, central line care, and teach-and-train antibiotic therapy to patients in Brevard County at infusion suite or patient’s home.
- Initiates, develops, and implements intermediate nursing plan of care treatments, evaluating patient progress towards goals.
- Effectively and timely communicates with Option Care’s Clinical team, medical providers, patients, and families/caregivers to facilitate continuity of care.
Director of Progressive Care Unit
Sebastian River Medical Center
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Recruited, trained, and onboarded new nursing staff.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Clinical Coordinator, Progressive Care Unit
Sebastian River Medical Center
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Completed monthly audits in order to evaluate the performance improvement plans.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and coordination among healthcare team members.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and best practices through diligent oversight of clinical procedures, documentation, and staff training.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Optimized resource allocation by regularly monitoring clinic operations and adjusting staffing levels as needed.
- Coordinated continuing education opportunities for staff members to stay current on industry advancements and best practices.
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Worked closely with clinic administrators to maintain a safe, clean and well-organized environment in which patients could receive care.
- Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
- Upheld quality assurance procedures to maintain patient safety and satisfaction.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Sebastian River Medical Center
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Delivered a high standard of care on a 43-bed progressive care unit, attending to as many as 6 telemetry patients with complex conditions ranging from acute heart failure to bariatric surgery.
- Precepting new grads, new employees, and travel nurses.
- Proficient in electronic medical record Meditech.
Registered Nurse, Neuroscience Unit
Oxford University Hospital Trust, John Radcliffe Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Family Planning and Sexual Health Registered Nurse
Alec Turnbull Clinic
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Enabled clients to make informed choices about their sexuality, sexual and reproductive health.
- Provided appropriate contraception, non-judgmental advice on pregnancy options, sexual health checks, and referral services, including the National Breast Screening Program, and Sexual Health Service.
- Facilitated implementation of nursing and Family Planning legal requirements relevant to practice.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
Oxford Health NHS Trust
01.2004 - 01.2006
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Renal Unit Registered Nurse
Churchill Hospital, Oxford University Hospital Trust
01.1994 - 01.2000
- Evaluated, diagnosed, and treated patients who had or were at risk of kidney related problems
- Conducted assessments to carry out or alter treatment accordingly and performed hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Diploma - Critical And Specialist Nursing Care-Renal Strand
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, Oxfordshire01-1998
Registered General Nurse Training -
Southeast Kent School of Nursing
01-1989
Family Planning And Human Fertility And Contracept
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, Oxfordshire01-2009
Skills
- Chest tube management
- Leadership in supervision
- Compassionate end-of-life support
- Skilled in managing high-risk medications
- Administering Complex IV infusions
- Patient support during COVID-19
- Effective clinical decision-making
- Proficient in wound care techniques
- Central line management
- Bariatric surgical procedures
Certification
- Florida State Nursing License
- NCLEX-RN CGNS
- BLS
- ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Full Time
Holmes Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Infusion Registered Nurse, Full-time
Option Care Health
05.2023 - 05.2024
Director of Progressive Care Unit
Sebastian River Medical Center
02.2022 - 05.2023
Clinical Coordinator, Progressive Care Unit
Sebastian River Medical Center
05.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Sebastian River Medical Center
10.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, Neuroscience Unit
Oxford University Hospital Trust, John Radcliffe Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2019
Family Planning and Sexual Health Registered Nurse
Alec Turnbull Clinic
01.2007 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse
Oxford Health NHS Trust
01.2004 - 01.2006
Renal Unit Registered Nurse
Churchill Hospital, Oxford University Hospital Trust
01.1994 - 01.2000
Diploma - Critical And Specialist Nursing Care-Renal Strand
Oxford Brookes University
Registered General Nurse Training -
Southeast Kent School of Nursing
Family Planning And Human Fertility And Contracept
Oxford Brookes University
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