JOANNA BARRETT
Max Meadows,VA
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute
Marion, VA
11.2020 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Administered medications to patients under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individual care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
LPN/Unit manager/ Admissions Nurse
Bristol Health and Rehab
Bristol, VA
05.2017 - 11.2020
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges efficiently.
- Developed and implemented care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to the medical team.
- Trained new staff on protocols and best practices in nursing care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Landmark of Elkhorn City
Elkhorn City, Kentucky
05.2013 - 05.2017
- Administered medications to ensure patient health and recovery under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to support timely interventions and care adjustments.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individual care plans to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Education
LPN - LPN
Wise County Career And Technical Center
Wise, VA 06.2005 - 06.2006
Pound High School
Pound, VASkills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Southwest Virginia Mental Health Institute
11.2020 - Current
LPN/Unit manager/ Admissions Nurse
Bristol Health and Rehab
05.2017 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Landmark of Elkhorn City
05.2013 - 05.2017
LPN - LPN
Wise County Career And Technical Center
06.2005 - 06.2006
Pound High School