Michael Barron
Newport News,VA
Summary
Pursuing full-time role as ICU Unit Coordinator that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU NURSE
Sentara Careplex Hospital
Hampton, VA
07.2021 - Current
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- MRT RN
TRAVEL NURSE
Trustaff
Richmond, VA
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR.
- Developed relationships with patients and families to understand medical history and care needs.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Provided medical care to patients in varied settings to offer patients best possible care regardless of location.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop impactful treatment plans.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
CRITICAL CARE REGISTERED NURSE
Riverside Regional Medical Center
Newport News, VA
10.2018 - 05.2022
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
QUALIFIED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Conducted patient assessments.
- Facilitated group and individual counseling sessions.
- Wrote daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports to document client progress.
- Provided substance abuse counseling.
- Coordinated community outreach to engage clients in community assimilation efforts.
- Assisted clients with their efforts in seeking employment and housing.
SECURITY FORCES
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Provided security and policing detail to multiple military installations in an effort to fulfill mission requirements of force protection.
- Wrote daily blotter reports.
- Provided weekly training on skills necessary to complete unit goals and mission.
- Wrote performance evaluations for subordinates.
- Completed unit schedules.
Education
RN-BSN BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA07.2025
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Virginia Peninsula Community College
12.2017
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY
University of Maryland University College
Adelphi, MD05.2008
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Family support
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Ventilator management
- End-of-life care
- Endotracheal intubations
- CRRT
- Team collaboration
- Team Leader
- Professionalism
Timeline
TRAVEL NURSE
Trustaff
11.2022 - 08.2024
ICU NURSE
Sentara Careplex Hospital
07.2021 - Current
CRITICAL CARE REGISTERED NURSE
Riverside Regional Medical Center
10.2018 - 05.2022
QUALIFIED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL
01.2008 - 01.2015
SECURITY FORCES
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE
01.2000 - 01.2004
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Virginia Peninsula Community College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PSYCHOLOGY
University of Maryland University College
RN-BSN BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Regent University