Valerie Bare
Mount Carmel,IL
Summary
Adaptable and detail-oriented Registered Nurse known for strong clinical judgment and team collaboration. Experienced in monitoring vital signs, streamlining communication, and implementing infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and improve care delivery.
Dynamic Registered Nurse with strong patient education, clinical judgment, and infection control expertise. Proven ability to implement care plans and collaborate effectively within healthcare teams.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
AHS
Edmond, OK
07.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions.
- Provided education to patients and families on health management.
- Assisted in coordinating patient admissions and discharges efficiently.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for compliance.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure patient safety.
- Adapted quickly to diverse clinical environments and patient needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Contributed to higher standards of care within the facility by mentoring new nurses and sharing best practices from prior experiences in various clinical settings.
Travel Registered Nurse
Aureus Medical Staffing Agency
Omaha, NE
08.2019 - 04.2025
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
Registered Nurse Neuro Stepdown
Deaconess Midtown Hospital
Evansville, IN
08.2016 - 07.2019
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive health measures.
- Implemented infection control protocols that enhanced patient safety and reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in best practices, fostering professional development and clinical excellence.
- Streamlined patient intake processes, improving workflow efficiency within high-volume healthcare settings.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' physical and emotional needs effectively.
LPN
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
Oakland City, IN
09.2012 - 08.2015
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring patient safety and compliance with regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of care procedures and wellness strategies.
Education
ADN - Nursing
IECC FCC
Fairfield, IL05-2016
GED -
Edwards County High School
Albion, IL05-1986
LPN Certification -
IECC OCC
Olney, IL05-2012
Skills
- Nursing documentation
- Direct patient care
- Discharge planning
- Patient education
- Wound care
- Care plan development
- Chronic disease management
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Medical-surgical nursing
- Immunization administration
- Patient needs assessment
- Cardiac monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Patient examinations
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Nursing process
- Joint commission compliance
- Critical thinking
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Medication and IV administration
- Attention to detail
- Strong clinical judgment
- Infection control
- Accurate documentation
- Compassionate and caring
- Intravenous therapy
- CPR/AED
- Diagnostic test ordering
- Student precepting
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Immunizations and vaccinations
- EMR / EHR
- Training staff
- Delegation and motivation
- Test interpretations
- Diet and nutrition
- Regulatory compliance
- Family education
- Geriatric nursing
- Medical records management
- Diabetes management
- Orthopedic nursing
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
AHS
07.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Aureus Medical Staffing Agency
08.2019 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse Neuro Stepdown
Deaconess Midtown Hospital
08.2016 - 07.2019
LPN
Good Samaritan Nursing Home
09.2012 - 08.2015
ADN - Nursing
IECC FCC
GED -
Edwards County High School
LPN Certification -
IECC OCC