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Joanna Tavares Barros

New Bedford,MA

Summary

Compassionate CNA and graduate Practical Nurse known for maintaining high productivity levels and completing tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in patient care, vital signs monitoring, and hygiene assistance that ensure optimal support and comfort for patients. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management, contributing to positive outcomes in fast-paced healthcare settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Graduate Practical Nurse

Southeastern Technical Institute
South Easton, MA
09.2024 - 06.2025
  • Administered medications according to established protocols and patient care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Performed bedside nursing interventions such as wound care, tracheostomy care, catheterization, medication administration and IV therapy.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

IntelyCare
, Massachusetts
04.2017 - 09.2024
  • Traveling can.
  • Provided compassionate care to residents in various healthcare settings.

ER Technician

Saint Luke's Hospital
New Bedford, MA
02.2022 - 04.2024
  • Administered basic first aid and emergency care under physician's supervision when required.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Assisted in patient assessments and initial triage processes in high-pressure environments.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to coordinate patient care and treatment plans effectively.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Plymouth, MA
01.2021 - 11.2021
  • Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings across multiple departments.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Crawford nursing home
Fall River, MA
07.2018 - 06.2021
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments consistently.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Brandon Woods of New Bedford
New Bedford, MA
11.2017 - 07.2018
  • Provided compassionate care to residents in various healthcare settings.
  • Assisted with daily living activities and personal hygiene routines.

Education

Practical nurse - Practical Nursing

Southeastern Technical Institute
South Easton, MA
06.2025

Some College (No Degree) - General studies of health science

Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA

High School Diploma - GED

BVCAP
Pawtucket, RI
01.2017

Skills

  • Electronic health records
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Basic first aid
  • Compassionate care
  • Health monitoring
  • Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Infection control practices
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Responding to emergencies
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Specimen collection and storage
  • EMR record keeping
  • Therapeutic phlebotomy
  • Blood collection
  • perform EKG

Certification

  • Home health aide Present
  • BLS Certification
  • Certified Nurse Assistant

Languages

Cape Verdean Criole
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Graduate Practical Nurse

Southeastern Technical Institute
09.2024 - 06.2025

ER Technician

Saint Luke's Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2024

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Plymouth Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
01.2021 - 11.2021

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Crawford nursing home
07.2018 - 06.2021

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Brandon Woods of New Bedford
11.2017 - 07.2018

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

IntelyCare
04.2017 - 09.2024

Practical nurse - Practical Nursing

Southeastern Technical Institute

Some College (No Degree) - General studies of health science

Bristol Community College

High School Diploma - GED

BVCAP

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