Laura Bara
Troy,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate future Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGAC-NP) with progressive career and ICU history in direct patient care and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent medical service. Excellent ability in multitasking and critical thinking when providing care to patients. Compassionate RN and future NP who strives her best in every situation to ensure the wellbeing of her patients.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Corewell Health
08.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Nurse Practitioner Student
Corewell Health
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to provide appropriate follow-up care.
- Assisted physicians in procedures.
- Conducted physical exams and health screenings.
- Provided education to patients and family members in health promotion and disease prevention.
- Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
- Assisted emergency personnel in escalated cases by engaging in life support treatments and resuscitation.
- Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
Education
Master of Science - AGAC-NP
Oakland University
Rochester, MI08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
Windsor, Ontario05.2020
Skills
- Diagnostic Test and Laboratory Interpretations
- Intravenous Therapy and Titration
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Care Plan Implementation
- Patient Advocacy
- Discharge Planning
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Interprofessional Team Collaboration
- Chest Tube Management and Assessment
- Effective Communication Between Healthcare Members, Family, and Patients
- Ethical Decision-Making
- Chronic Disease Management
- Wound Care
Accomplishments
- Romanian Language Interpreter at Corewell Health RO
- Sepsis Award 2023- Implementing Sepsis Bundle within 60-minute period from signs and symptoms of sepsis, patient life was saved.
Certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Preceptor Certification
- RN License, State of Michigan
- NP License, State of Michigan, expected 9/24
Languages
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Hungarian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Student
Corewell Health
09.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Corewell Health
08.2020 - Current
Master of Science - AGAC-NP
Oakland University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
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