Robyn Barnes
Reno,NV
Summary
REGISTERED NURSE A dedicated Nevada licensed RN with a broad range of healthcare experience, comprehensive academic background and superior communication skills. A committed clinical professional with a passion to give high quality patient care who desires to collaborate with the staff as a team. Experience and expertise in a variety of complex healthcare settings. Aspires to further develop clinical skills and abilities with a quality, progressive, and professional health care team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff RN
Rosewood Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - Current
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Managed and cared for an average of 25 patients each shift.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
RN Staff RN
Alpine Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 12.2022
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Hospice Registered Nurse
Summit View Hospice
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Hospice RN managed care for an average of 10 patients which required flexibility with constant changes in patient condition and decline
- Provided compassion, empathy and support to patients, their family and facility staff
- Continual communication and updates given to patients, their family and staff of the facility they resided in
- Review and assessment of patient medication, physical assessment and comfort care provided
- Consistent communication with the Hospice Interdisciplinary team which included a lengthy and detailed report to the Hospice Interdisciplinary team and Hospice Physician biweekly with accurate details in measurement of decline following regulations.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions
Registered Nurse Surgical
Renown Regional Medical Center
08.2013 - 12.2017
- Pre-op and Phase II Recovery, Pre-operative assessment of patients that included a history and physical assessment, medication clarification, IV start and ongoing communication with the surgeon, anesthesiologist and medical staff
- A fast-paced department with a high volume of patients
- Required multitasking in receiving and monitoring trauma patients for surgery along with scheduled patients, and patients post operatively in Phase II to discharge home
- Experience as charge nurse responsible for staff assignments and safely getting patients through OR in a timely manner
- Floated to Pre-Admission department frequently to cover nursing staff needs.
Registered Nurse
Gentiva Home Health
09.2011 - 02.2012
- Admission of patients that included a comprehensive physical, social and medication assessment
- Ongoing assessments and monitoring of vital signs with oxygen status, glucose monitoring, lab draws, wound care, ostomy care, monitoring and organizing medications
- Education for each patient and family regarding disease processes, self-care and safety
- Provided resources available for medical and social needs.
Education
RN Refresher Course -
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY oF NEVADA, RENO
Reno, NV05.1998
Completion of theory and clinical courses - CENTER
SENIOR HEALTH, ALZHEIMER CLINIC at the University of Nevada
Reno, NV1997
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Direct Patient Care
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Creative Problem Solving
Timeline
Staff RN
Rosewood Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - Current
RN Staff RN
Alpine Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
07.2020 - 12.2022
Hospice Registered Nurse
Summit View Hospice
03.2018 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse Surgical
Renown Regional Medical Center
08.2013 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
Gentiva Home Health
09.2011 - 02.2012
RN Refresher Course -
Truckee Meadows Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY oF NEVADA, RENO
Completion of theory and clinical courses - CENTER
SENIOR HEALTH, ALZHEIMER CLINIC at the University of Nevada
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