REBECCA BARE
Airville,PA
Summary
Wound Care Nurse currently providing comprehensive wound assessment, treatment, and monitoring for acute and chronic wounds. Actively pursuing a Wound Care Specialist certification to advance expertise in evidence- based wound management and skin integrity outcomes. Serve as Infection Preventionist nurse as needed, supporting regulatory compliance and patient safety initiatives.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE, SKIN HEALTH TEAM LEADER
Genesis Kingston Court Nursing And Rehab
York, PA
06.2024 - Current
- SHTL develops and facilities team approach to prevention and management of wounds among centers leaders, patients, and family, nursing team, CRC, providers, therapists, dietitians, specialist, and others as indicated.
- Coordinates and leads weekly team wound rounds.
- Lead and/ or ensure review of all new admissions/readmission for skin integrity needs.
- Provides hands-on bedside training to all areas related to skin and wound, such as aseptic technique, measuring, and assessing, recognizing wound types, skin checks, turning and repositioning, treatments, and interventions, and monthly education in-services.
- Leads and coordinates routine audits of skin and wound interventions; reports to center leadership and leads QAPI as indicated.
- Serves as Center based negative pressure wound therapy, incontinence and ostomy resource.
- Ensure that family members/ responsible parties receive timely phone calls/updates with new wounds or change in conditions with wounds and/or any skin concerns.
- Serve as unit manager as indicated by oversees specific department or unit, responsible managing staff, supervising daily operations.
- Serve as IP as indicted by implementing infection control programs to prevent the spread of infection in the rehab setting.
- Delivered patient care in high-stress environments, ensuring safety and comfort.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Genesis Kingston Court Nursing And Rehab
York, PA
03.2016 - 01.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Health Services
York, PA
05.1996 - 03.2016
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and emotional support.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices for patient safety and comfort.
Education
Certification - Wound Care
Wound Educator
E Learning Center03.2026
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Saint Joseph's University
Lancaster, PA05.2024
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Assessment & Staging
- Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
- Treatment Selection & Application
- IV Therapy
- Blood Draws
- Infection Prevention
Certification
- Basic Life Support, 12/31/27
- Registered Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania, RN 790769
- Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course, WB4448R
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE, SKIN HEALTH TEAM LEADER
Genesis Kingston Court Nursing And Rehab
06.2024 - Current
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Genesis Kingston Court Nursing And Rehab
03.2016 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Manor Care Health Services
05.1996 - 03.2016
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Saint Joseph's University
Certification - Wound Care
Wound Educator