Karla Barnedo
Bellingham,MA
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated and conscientious nursing professional with years of experience providing nursing care to patients of all ages and medical conditions looking to obtain a part/full time job where I can apply my nursing and medical office experience and knowledge into another level.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operational Support RN- Nursing Leadership
Rhode Island Hospital
07.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by supporting healthcare team in fiscal responsibility.
- Facilitated discharge planning through effective communication with patients' families.
- Coordinated patient flow by collaborating with medical and ancillary departments.
- Improved unit performance by participating in quality assessment programs.
- Developed and delivered staff education with clinical managers and coordinators.
- Led facility-wide quality initiatives improving standards and compliance.
CVICU RN
TriHealth
10.2023 - 07.2025
- Enhanced patient care through ongoing assessments of patients and families.
- Communicated assessment findings to healthcare providers, addressing teaching and counseling needs.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and clinical pathways.
- Proficient in managing Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD) for optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated care plans to align with specific patient health outcomes and needs.
- Cared for patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit post-open heart surgery.
Staff RN/ Charge Nurse
TriHealth
05.2022 - 10.2024
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments for families and individuals.
- Developed personalized care plans to achieve optimal patient outcomes based on assessments.
- Identified emergencies promptly and implemented appropriate interventions effectively.
- Executed physician orders with precision, ensuring high-quality patient care delivery.
- Administered medications and treatments safely while monitoring their effects on patients.
- Interpreted cardiac telemetry data to recognize critical situations and act swiftly.
Remote Case Management/Care Coordinator RN
Wellbox Care
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient care through proactive virtual healthcare management.
- Documented patient visits efficiently using EHR and technology platforms.
- Created personalized care plans addressing comprehensive health needs.
- Educated patients on effective nutrition and wellness treatment strategies.
- Facilitated resource connections and appointment preparations for patients.
Unit Charge Nurse
Hillandale Communities Rehab
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Providing direct nursing care
- Overseeing the activities of the nursing assistants
- Observing, reporting, and responding to changes in resident conditions
- Attending required in-service trainings and educational events.
- Ohio
Medical Assistant/Medical Administrative Instructor
PIMA Medical Institute-Colorado
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Enhanced student learning through effective daily lesson plan implementation.
- Tailored instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and curriculum goals.
- Assessed student performance and adjusted teaching methods to support learning.
- Managed attendance and grades, ensuring compliance with established academic policies.
- Coordinated guest speakers and community service trips to enrich student experiences.
- Delivered engaging lectures and demonstrations to facilitate practical learning opportunities.
Staff nurse
Clinique Medic Elle
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Enhanced pediatric care specialization by triaging and prioritizing patient needs efficiently.
- Administered vaccines on schedule, ensuring compliance with immunization protocols.
- Executed venipuncture procedures on patients of varying ages, from infants to adults.
- Analyzed laboratory reports for critical data, facilitating prompt emergency interventions.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan and fulfill patient's ongoing medical requirements.
- Provided continuous patient support via 24/7 email consultations, addressing medical concerns.
Staff nurse
ENT Specialty Group Clinic
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Assisted MDs with thyroid biopsies. Day surgeries such as uvulectomy
- Performed medical procedures such as venipuncture and collection of culture and different specimens for testing.
- Patient teaching pre and post op.
- Montreal, Canada
Education
High School Graduate -
Ecole Secondaire St-luc
RPN Program - Health Science and Nursing care
P.A.C.C (Lester B. Pearson)
Associate Science in Nursing - undefined
Cincinnati State
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Cincinnati
Medical Laboratory Tech Program - undefined
CDI College Scarborough
01.2006
Skills
- Advanced nursing techniques
- Monitoring and recording information
- Communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- EMR/EHR
- Computer skills
- Leadership
Certification
- High School Diploma
- Medical Lab Tech Diploma
- BLS and ACLS Certified
- BSN (Registered Nurse (Compact License))
- Registered Nurse (California Board of Nursing)
Highlights Qualifications
- BLS/ACLS Certified
- Skilled in setting up prescribed medications in line with patient's nursing care plan.
- Exceptional understanding of advanced nursing techniques and methods.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor and record information used to build clinical and program staff decisions.
- Proven ability to maintain suitable attitudes and behavior essential to the welfare of patients.
- Ability to communicate efficiently with patients, staff and families.
- Critical thinking and organized, able to watch over and assess patient's condition.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills.
- Years of experience in different departments such as medical surgery, Rehab, Psychiatry, Oncology, Pediatrics/Geriatrics, CVICU
- Experienced in working with EMR or EHR
- Computer Skills
- Bilingual French/English
- Experienced Phlebotomist
- Certified Gold level on ACT National Career Readiness
- Supervisory / Charge Nurse Experience (LTC, and Cardiac Telemetry Unit)
- CVICU Trained Nurse
- Charge Nurse Experience
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Operational Support RN- Nursing Leadership
Rhode Island Hospital
07.2025 - Current
CVICU RN
TriHealth
10.2023 - 07.2025
Remote Case Management/Care Coordinator RN
Wellbox Care
01.2023 - 01.2024
Staff RN/ Charge Nurse
TriHealth
05.2022 - 10.2024
Unit Charge Nurse
Hillandale Communities Rehab
01.2019 - 01.2022
Medical Assistant/Medical Administrative Instructor
PIMA Medical Institute-Colorado
01.2016 - 09.2017
Staff nurse
Clinique Medic Elle
01.2013 - 01.2015
Staff nurse
ENT Specialty Group Clinic
01.2012 - 01.2014
RPN Program - Health Science and Nursing care
P.A.C.C (Lester B. Pearson)
Associate Science in Nursing - undefined
Cincinnati State
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Cincinnati
Medical Laboratory Tech Program - undefined
CDI College Scarborough
High School Graduate -
Ecole Secondaire St-luc