Kimberley Barr
Corydon
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional looking for a RN role in Home Health Infusion Therapy. Currently have 7 years experience in Cardiac ICU and Cardiac PCU. Skilled in complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Have experience with PIVs, PICCs, ports, central lines, and dialysis catheters including cap and dressing changes. Also skilled running medication infusions, blood transfusions, TPN, and CRRT. BLS, ACLS, and CCRN certifications are current.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare
02.2018 - Current
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions
- Utilize critical care thinking skills to assess and prioritize nursing interventions based on acuity levels
- Administered IV medications, antibiotics, TPN, blood transfusions, and fluids safely according to policy while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Performed nursing duties such as blood draws, dressing changes, IV and Foley catheter placements
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Fitness Instructor
YMCA of Harrison County
01.2012 - Current
- Provided high quality cardio and weight lifting classes for the YMCA
- Coached more effective techniques and safety during classes
- Developed relationships with people in the community through teaching
Residential Aid
Cedar Court
08.2013 - 02.2017
- Assisted residents with ADLs and medications
- Responded to emergency alerts and call EMS when necessary
- Initialed medical checklists and update communication logs
Lab Technician
Arch Chemicals
10.2006 - 07.2010
- Performed quality control testing on products to ensure specifications were met
- Entered results from sample analyses in SAP
- Calibrated instruments on a weekly basis
Lab Technician (Internship)
Colgate Palmolive
12.2004 - 02.2006
- Collected and prepped dental cream, water, and swab samples for analysis
- Logged in data for all samples
- Prepared various types of growth media
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech
Sellersburg, IN01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology with Chemistry Minor
Indiana University Southeast
New Albany, IN01.2006
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Compassion and empathy
- Tracheostomy care
- Intensive care unit experience
- Professional bedside manner
- Central line management
- Medication and IV administration
- IV setup
- Chest tube management
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
Certification
- Critical Care Registered Nurse
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare
02.2018 - Current
Residential Aid
Cedar Court
08.2013 - 02.2017
Fitness Instructor
YMCA of Harrison County
01.2012 - Current
Lab Technician
Arch Chemicals
10.2006 - 07.2010
Lab Technician (Internship)
Colgate Palmolive
12.2004 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology with Chemistry Minor
Indiana University Southeast
- Critical Care Registered Nurse
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech
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