Rachel Barnard
Young Harris,GA
Summary
- Experienced licensed nurse eager to provide compassionate and ethical patient care to anyone in need. 5+ years of nursing experience including CNA, LPN, and new RN licensure. A professional known for coordinating patient care during staffing shortages, assisting with complex medical issues, and maintaining a positive attitude in fast-paced environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Professional Nurse
Valley View Nursing & Rehabilitation
Andrews, NC
07.2024 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority
Cherokee, NC
04.2022 - 06.2024
- Facilitating communication between doctors, nurses, therapists and other healthcare providers.
- Providing emotional support to patients dealing with chronic or terminal illnesses.
- Monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Conducting therapeutic interventions to improve patient outcomes.
- Administering medications, treatments and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintaining accurate patient records, including medical histories, test results, treatments and progress notes.
Graduate Practical Nurse
Murphy Rehab and Nursing Home
Murphy, NC
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Responded rapidly to urgent or emergency situations.
- Alerted physicians or other nursing staff of changes in patient condition.
- Communicated clinical information to patients and family members.
- Administered medications and other treatments based on physician orders.
- Completed rounds to observe, assess, document and report patients' conditions.
- Reviewed and documented patient medical history and current conditions or complaints.
- Took blood, tissue and fluid samples to perform laboratory tests.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to up to 50 patients per day.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Murphy Rehab and Nursing Home
Murphy, NC
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Union County Nursing Home
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Waitress
HOUSTONS
Atlanta, GA
October - 01.2020
- Processed payments accurately using cash registers or POS systems.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss new menu items or changes in policy.
Barista
Certified Starbucks Barista, Ingles Markets
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
Machinist Assistant
Wolfe Machine
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Duties included porting cylinder heads, lapping valves, polishing crank shafts, painting motor blocks, boring and honing motors, vatting motors, glass beading various parts for cleanliness, shine, and performance
- Helped keep records of motors and contact customers regarding their project.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Haywood Community College
Haywood, NC05-2024
LPN- Practical Nursing Grad - Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Blairsville, GA07-2021
Nursing Pre Requisites
University of North GA (Dahlonega)
Dahlonega GA12-2019
General Core
Young Harris College
Young Harris GA01-2017
High School Diploma -
Towns County High School
Hiawassee, GA08-2016
Skills
- Advocacy
- Adaptability
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Competence
- Critical Thinking
- Time management
- 90 hour preceptorship UGH Outpatient/Endo
- 150 hrs in clinical experience between med surg, ER, Respiratory, PT/OT, Dialysis, etc
- 120 hour ICU Preceptorship HRMC ICU
- IV/SQ/ID/IM/PO medication
Affiliations
- GOAL student nominee North GA Technical College System
- Outstanding RN Completer at HCC (Awarded by Faculty)
- Deans List
- 3.5 GPA
Certification
BLS/CPR
LPN License (GA & ENLC)
Registered Professional Nurse (GA)
Timeline
Registered Professional Nurse
Valley View Nursing & Rehabilitation
07.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority
04.2022 - 06.2024
Graduate Practical Nurse
Murphy Rehab and Nursing Home
08.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Murphy Rehab and Nursing Home
05.2021 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Union County Nursing Home
01.2020 - 03.2021
Barista
Certified Starbucks Barista, Ingles Markets
03.2017 - 09.2019
Machinist Assistant
Wolfe Machine
01.2016 - 02.2017
Waitress
HOUSTONS
October - 01.2020
Associate Degree - Nursing
Haywood Community College
LPN- Practical Nursing Grad - Nursing
North Georgia Technical College
Nursing Pre Requisites
University of North GA (Dahlonega)
General Core
Young Harris College
High School Diploma -
Towns County High School
BLS/CPR
LPN License (GA & ENLC)
Registered Professional Nurse (GA)
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