Kristina Barton
11482 Hwy B,MO
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Silverstone Place
Rolla, MO
07.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Centerwell home health
Rolla, MO
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
Registered Nurse
Stonecrest Healthcare
Viburnum, MO
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
LPN
Salem R-80 School District
Salem, MO
08.2012 - 05.2021
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
CNA
Salem Memorial District Hospital
Salem , MO
03.2008 - 07.2012
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
Salem, MO05.2021
LPN Program - LPN Program
Rolla Technical Institute/Center
Rolla, MO08.2012
Skills
- Medication Distribution
- Follow-Up Calls
- Emotional Intelligence
- Patient Management
- EMR Systems
- Patient Assessment
- Care Planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Silverstone Place
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Centerwell home health
03.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Stonecrest Healthcare
07.2021 - 03.2023
LPN
Salem R-80 School District
08.2012 - 05.2021
CNA
Salem Memorial District Hospital
03.2008 - 07.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Baptist University
LPN Program - LPN Program
Rolla Technical Institute/Center
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