Payton Barford
Cincinnati ,Ohio
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with 4 years of diverse experience providing high-quality patient care in fast-paced, multi-specialty environments across various healthcare settings as a Travel Nurse. Proven ability to adapt quickly to new situations, work effectively in high-pressure situations, and build strong relationships with both patients and interdisciplinary teams. Seeking to leverage my clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and adaptability in a new career path, eager to contribute to a challenging and rewarding role. Highly motivated, with a track record of delivering patient-centered care, continuous professional development, and embracing new challenges.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
Charlotte, North Carolina
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored and assessed patients' cardiac rhythms in a telemetry unit.
- Floated to various units to provide specialized telemetry nursing care.
ICU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Chicago, Illinois
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed patient care in the PCU unit, ensuring high standards of treatment and recovery.
- Delivered comprehensive care to stroke patients, maintaining high standards of medical practice.
- Adapted nursing skills to provide care in dialysis units, ensuring seamless patient transitions.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
Brooklyn, New York
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Provided critical care and support in the emergency department at NYU.
- Collaborated effectively with the emergency team to ensure seamless patient care and adaptability in high-pressure situations.
ICU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Wilmington, North Carolina
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided comprehensive care in both medical-surgical and ICU units, ensuring patient safety and recovery.
ICU Travel Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nurses
Nashville, Tennessee
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided critical care to patients in the stroke unit, ensuring optimal recovery and patient safety.
- Managed patient care during night shifts in the intensive care unit.
ICU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
Dayton, Ohio
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Managed time efficiently to ensure timely and effective patient care in a fast-paced ICU environment.
- Provided specialized care in the pulmonary unit, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
Dallas, Texas
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided critical care in a high-pressure unit, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare providers.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
UC Medical Center
Cincinnati , OH
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided expert nursing care in critical care units, specializing in managing patients with tracheostomies and ventilators.
- Led the PCU team as a charge nurse, ensuring optimal patient care and staff coordination.
Education
Bachelors of Science In Nursing
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH05-2021
Skills
- Critical care management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Interdisciplinary coordination
- Medication reconciliation
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Multi State License
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- NIHSS
Timeline
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
06.2025 - Current
ICU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
06.2024 - 04.2025
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
01.2024 - 04.2024
ICU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
08.2023 - 11.2023
ICU Travel Nurse
Trustaff Travel Nurses
05.2023 - 07.2023
ICU Travel Nurse
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 04.2023
Travel Nurse Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
09.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
UC Medical Center
09.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelors of Science In Nursing
Xavier University
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