Jennifer Barkley
AVON,NY
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Unity Hospital, showcasing expertise in patient education and counseling, alongside exceptional clinical judgment. Renowned for enhancing patient satisfaction and health outcomes through compassionate care and effective interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in case management and adept at fostering resilience in challenging health scenarios.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN I
Unity Hospital
04.2019 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
RN Case Manager
UR Medicine Home Care
04.2016 - Current
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
RN I
Unity Hospital
07.2010 - 11.2016
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Genesee Community College
Batavia05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
SUNY Brockport
Brockport05-1994
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Geriatric care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Care planning
- Case management
- Wound care
- Hospice care
- Palliative care awareness
- Maintaining privacy
Timeline
RN I
Unity Hospital
04.2019 - Current
RN Case Manager
UR Medicine Home Care
04.2016 - Current
RN I
Unity Hospital
07.2010 - 11.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Genesee Community College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
SUNY Brockport