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Rachel Bargo

Port Royal ,PA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
09.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Emergency Medical Technician

Fayette Township EMS
10.2019 - 01.2022
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to provide medical care.
  • Restocked ambulance with proper equipment to maintain optimum inventory.
  • Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.

Secretary

Trends By Jen Salon
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Scheduled appointments and provided follow-up calls to clients.
  • Performed daily checklists throughout facilities, including cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways , and sanitizing sinks, work station surfaces, and other high-traffic fixtures.
  • Cleaned, vacuumed, and dusted all areas of building to maintain organized, professional appearance for employees and clients.
  • Accurately counted money and made bank deposits at the end of each shift.

Government Service Intern

Pennsylvania Department Of Transportation
05.2018 - 08.2020
  • Collaborated with management, crew members, and supervisors to organize efficient operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Performed laboring duties in the maintenance organizations and at worksites along the highway.
  • Directed traffic away from hazardous locations, protecting team members and general public.
  • Answered incoming calls, processed requests, and relayed messages to appropriate personnel.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2023

Diploma RN - Nursing

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing
Lewistown, PA
08.2021

Associate of General Studies - General Education

Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA
01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Wilson College
Chambersburg, PA
05.2020

Skills

  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient Assessments
  • Thorough understand of HIPAA and Privacy Rules
  • Critical Thinking
  • Performing EKGs
  • Strong clinical judgment

Accomplishments

  • Nurse Excellence Award Recipient 2023, 2024
  • Daisy Award Nominee 2022, 2023
  • Pennsylvania FFA Keystone Degree Recipient 2018
  • Pennsylvania Simmental Queen 2017

Certification


  • Advance Cardiovascular Life Support for Health Care Providers
  • Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
  • Fundamental Concepts for Clinical Faculty and Preceptors (CFPA)
  • NIH Stroke Scale Certified



Timeline

Registered Nurse, Telemetry Unit

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital
09.2021 - Current

Secretary

Trends By Jen Salon
04.2020 - 04.2021

Emergency Medical Technician

Fayette Township EMS
10.2019 - 01.2022

Government Service Intern

Pennsylvania Department Of Transportation
05.2018 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Western Governors University

Diploma RN - Nursing

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital School Of Nursing

Associate of General Studies - General Education

Harrisburg Area Community College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Wilson College

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