Marcie Barnes
DeWitt
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse delivering exceptional patient care, developing comprehensive care plans that enhance patient outcomes, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Known for patient advocacy, strong assessment skills, and adherence to healthcare compliance, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Michigan Sparrow Health
Lansing
05.2008 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols while monitoring patient reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting significant changes and reporting to physicians promptly.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families in challenging situations.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
- Utilized critical thinking for rapid assessment of clinical situations, ensuring timely interventions for patient needs.
- Educated patients and families regarding diabetes management, wound care, pain management, and post surgical care
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through continuous assessment of patient responses.
Painter
Independent
Lansing
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, and sprayers across various projects.
- Mixed paints and coatings to create desired colors and finishes for projects.
- Prepared surfaces through scraping, sanding, and cleaning before painting.
- Executed painting techniques to consistently meet project deadlines and maintain quality standards.
- Collaborated with clients to finalize color choices and design options, ensuring satisfaction with project outcomes.
- Maintained tools and equipment in optimal condition for enhanced performance.
- Utilized ladders and scaffolds to access high walls and ceilings.
- Cleaned job sites post-project completion to ensure safety and professionalism.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05-1996
High School Diploma -
Grand Ledge High School
Grand Ledge, MI06-1988
Skills
- Patient assessment and care
- Medication administration and IV therapy
- Pre-op, post-op, and PACU care
- Telemetry and cardiac care monitoring
- Wound management techniques
- Infection control strategies
- Patient safety monitoring
- Care plan development
- Nursing assessments and documentation
- Healthcare compliance and policy adherence
- Home health care management
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Continuing education in nursing practices
- Team collaboration and communication
- Patient advocacy and education
- Emotional support and compassionate care
- Diabetes management
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- CPR and BLS certification
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Timeline
Painter
Independent
05.2025 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
University of Michigan Sparrow Health
05.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
High School Diploma -
Grand Ledge High School