Karolina Barnett, BSN, RN
Verona
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with experience providing high-quality patient care in fast-paced intermediate care and step-down hospital settings. Skilled in patient assessment, telemetry monitoring, medication administration, IV therapy, emergency response, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Strong clinical judgment with a focus on patient safety, evidence-based care, and effective communication with patients and families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Atlantic Health System – Chilton Medical Center
Pompton Plains, NJ
10.2022 - Current
- Provide direct nursing care for patients with complex medical and cardiac conditions in a fast-paced acute care environment.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor for changes in condition, initiating timely interventions and physician notifications.
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments safely while monitoring for adverse reactions and patient response.
- Participate in emergency response situations including CPR, airway management, and rapid patient stabilization.
- Utilize Epic EHR and automated medication dispensing systems to maintain accurate documentation and medication safety.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate individualized treatment plans and improve patient outcomes.
- Educate patients and families regarding medications, disease processes, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assist with onboarding and mentorship of new nursing staff to support team development and quality patient care.
Certified Medical Assistant
Morris Heart Associates
Morristown, NJ
01.2017 - 02.2020
- Obtained and documented patient medical histories, vital signs, and current concerns during intake.
- Performed EKGs and assisted physicians with examinations and office-based procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients regarding appointments, medications, and treatment instructions.
- Processed prescription refills, verified insurance information, and maintained organized medical records.
- Prepared examination rooms using proper aseptic and infection prevention techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical and Social Psychology
Warsaw School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Wroclaw, PolandAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Passaic County Community College
Paterson, NJBachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05-2022
Skills
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- IV Therapy
- Emergency Response & CPR
- Rapid Response Support
- Epic Electronic Health Record
- Patient Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Care Coordination
- Infection Prevention
- Clinical Documentation
- EKG Experience
- Discharge Planning
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) – State Board of Nursing
- ACLS – American Heart Association
- CPR/BLS – American Heart Association
- Certified EKG Technician
- Certified Medical Assistant
Languages
English
Polish (Native/Bilingual)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Atlantic Health System – Chilton Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Morris Heart Associates
01.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Master of Science - Clinical and Social Psychology
Warsaw School of Social Sciences and Humanities
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Passaic County Community College