Monica Barker
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Results-driven Operating Room Registered Nurse focused on clinical assessments and infection control. Strong record of improving surgical turnaround times and enhancing patient education for better recovery experiences.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with surgical teams to prepare operating rooms, ensuring sterile environments and necessary supplies.
- Assisted in complex surgeries by providing direct support to surgeons, enhancing procedural efficiency.
- Educated patients and families on pre-operative and post-operative care to improve recovery experiences.
- Led efforts in infection control practices, resulting in improved patient safety standards within the operating room.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices for surgical assistance and patient management strategies.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced turnaround times between surgeries, increasing overall operational efficiency.
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
Care Manager
Humana Home Care
09.2014 - 01.2019
- Led care coordination efforts to ensure seamless service delivery for diverse patient populations.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual assessments and health goals.
- Mentored junior staff in best practices for patient engagement and support strategies.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient satisfaction rates and outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline care processes and enhance communication.
- Advocated for patients' needs through effective communication with families, providers, and community resources.
Field Nurse
Total Home Health Care
01.2008 - 09.2014
- Administered comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Coordinated medication management and patient education to enhance compliance and health outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery and resource allocation.
- Trained and mentored junior nurses, fostering skill development and adherence to best practices.
ICU Nurse
West Jefferson Medical Center
06.2004 - 01.2008
- Administered critical care treatments to stabilize patients experiencing life-threatening conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses, adjusting interventions as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Streamlined documentation processes to enhance accuracy and compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical situations, ensuring swift actions aligned with best practices.
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
New Orleans, LA06.2004
Skills
- Operating room safety
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient positioning
- Patient safety
- Maintaining sterility
- Critical thinking
- Patient communication
- Clinical assessments
- Patient advocacy
- Basic life support
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Preoperative checklists
- Patient and family education
- Circulating nurse skills
Timeline
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
Care Manager
Humana Home Care
09.2014 - 01.2019
Field Nurse
Total Home Health Care
01.2008 - 09.2014
ICU Nurse
West Jefferson Medical Center
06.2004 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Holy Cross College