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Nicketa Crooks-Barnes

Hamilton,NJ

Summary

Highly organized and patient-centric professional with a Bachelor of Science Nursing Degree from Medgar Evers College with strong attention to detail and a quick learning aptitude; poised to excel as a Registered Nurse. Highly skilled in assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, coordinating, and managing patient care in keeping with facility and hospital protocols. Capable of interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests, providing critical care to physically unstable patients and managing medication doses and IV therapies. Exhibit superb communication, interpersonal, analytical, cross-functional, multitasking, and relationship-building skills. Proven success leveraging superior organizational and prioritization skills to work independently and collaboratively, manage a high-volume workload, consistently meet deadlines, and make informed decisions to resolve challenging problems.

Experienced with rapid patient assessment and emergency interventions, ensuring prompt and effective care. Utilizes advanced clinical skills and sound judgment in high-pressure situations. Knowledge of emergency protocols and procedures, contributing to enhanced patient safety and recovery.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Brookdale University Hospital
Brooklyn, NY
07.2023 - Current
  • Administered emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations, ensuring timely interventions and treatment protocols.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient management and optimize care delivery processes.
  • Implemented best practices for infection control, significantly enhancing patient safety standards in the emergency department.
  • Evaluated patient conditions through thorough assessments, prioritizing care based on urgency and clinical guidelines.

Registered Nurse

Montefiore Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Delivered quality patient care to acutely ill patients on a telemetry unit for several months. Honed and improved nursing skills such as patient assessment, delivering high dose medications and controlled substances through IV, oral and IM routes. Acquired certification in BDR (Basic Dysrhythmia Recognition). Learned effective communication skills with patients, families, providers and other interdisciplinary team members for an efficient and seamless healthcare experience.
  • Monitored patient telemetry data to identify and respond to critical changes in health status.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Registered Nurse

Ditmas Park Nursing Home
09.2021 - 01.2022
  • Delivered patient care to nursing home residents. Administering medications, daily insulin, delegating CNA patient care and performing wound care were some responsibilities and duties performed while fulfilling my role. Observed patient reactions after administering medications and updated physicians on patient’s ongoing process. Adhered to personal and health data procedures in line with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Veteran

United States Army, Fort Bragg, NC
Fort Bragg, NC
04.2012 - 10.2015
  • Oversaw day-to-day administrative duties in dispatching military vehicles. Carried out and supported maintenance operations of operable military vehicles. Qualified assistants and educated fellow colleagues on maintenance procedures. Conducted and kept up-to-date record of systematic maintenance of all generators in unit
  • Led and managed several functions during critical time.
  • Helped and motivated fellow soldiers to attain collective vision.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY
05.2022

Associates Degree in Nursing - undefined

St. Vincent's College
Bridgeport, CT
05.2019

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Infection Control & Aseptic Procedures
  • Strong Clinical Judgement
  • Administrative duties
  • Prioritizing/Managing Deadlines
  • Preventative Health
  • Emotional Support
  • Relationship Building

Websites

Certification

  • NY RN license
  • BLS Certified
  • ALCS certified
  • PALS certified

Interests

  • Adventure Travel
  • Road Trips
  • Enjoy creating and following travel blogs and vlogs

Timeline

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Brookdale University Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Montefiore Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse

Ditmas Park Nursing Home
09.2021 - 01.2022

Veteran

United States Army, Fort Bragg, NC
04.2012 - 10.2015

Associates Degree in Nursing - undefined

St. Vincent's College

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Medgar Evers College of The City University of New York