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Kathleen Barnes

Abilene,TX

Summary

Seasoned nursing professional with 9 years of experience who offers clinical knowledge in Med/Surg and Orthopedics. Quality-focused, efficiency-driven leader and knowledgeable Charge Nurse with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities. Displays excellent communication and coordination skills and have proven to be an organized and dependable charge nurse who has successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Interested in seeking and maintaining a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Charge Nurse

Hendrick Medical Center South
03.2023 - Current
  • Worked as a PRN charge nurse starting in 2017 and full time charge nurse starting in 2023.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
  • Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.

RN, Medical-Surgical

Hendrick Medical Center South
02.2015 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by consistently implementing evidence-based nursing practices in medical-surgical settings.
  • Cared for up to 6 patients at one time.
  • 9 years of experience in the clinical setting.
  • Cared for a wide variety of patients including orthopedic, oncology and hospice.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education on self-care management.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by staying current on best practices within the medical-surgical nursing field.
  • Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their transition into professional practice and fostering clinical competence.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming staff members, minimizing gaps in care continuity.
  • Assisted physicians during bedside procedures, ensuring proper equipment was available, promoting patient safety, and enhancing overall clinical outcomes.
  • Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing patient care delivery within the medical-surgical setting.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when reassigned to different units or working with diverse populations while maintaining high levels of quality care provision.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying pertinent data that informed care plan development and intervention implementation.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Abilene, TX
12.2014

Skills

  • Patient Assessment
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Patient Care Assignment
  • Staff Supervision
  • Nursing Care Coordination
  • Training and Development
  • Staff Management
  • Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Discharge Planning
  • Duty Delegation
  • Problem Solving

Certification

ACLS certified

Timeline

Charge Nurse

Hendrick Medical Center South
03.2023 - Current

RN, Medical-Surgical

Hendrick Medical Center South
02.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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