Valerie Barr
Jacksonville,NC
Summary
Driven nurse with a proven track record at Women's Healthcare Associates, excelling in patient care and clinical documentation. Skilled in compassionate care and maintaining privacy, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership in nursing staff and continuous improvement. Achieved efficiency by training new hires, embodying professional bedside manner and complex problem-solving abilities. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy, and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse
Women's Healthcare Associates
Jacksonville, NC
12.2017 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Administered medications as prescribed, maintaining accuracy and ensuring patient safety.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow co-workers, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient exam or procedure to reduce instances of infection.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during times of stress.
- Agreed to take on additional jobs to maintain proper staffing and coverage.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge of the different positions throughout the office.
- Maintained clean exam rooms to maintain hygiene standards and prevent cross contamination.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to address any issues or concerns within the nursing department, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Increased efficiency in the nursing department by training new hires on unit-specific protocols, procedures, and workflows.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and attentive listening to concerns and needs.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Dietary Aide
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
Lincoln, IL
05.2004 - 06.2006
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling patient information, protecting confidentiality at all times.
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions about dietary guidelines and restrictions.
- Processed customer payments and balanced cash drawers.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NCCertified Nursing Assistant -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC12.2017
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Community High School
Lincoln, IL06.2006
Skills
- Patient Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Management
- Compassionate Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Referral Generation
- Surgery Scheduling
- Nurse Triage
- Collecting vitals
- Patient and family advocacy
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Maintaining privacy
- Emotional awareness
- Sanitation
- Vaccine administration
- Chart updating
Timeline
Nurse
Women's Healthcare Associates
12.2017 - Current
Dietary Aide
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
05.2004 - 06.2006
Associate of Arts -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Coastal Carolina Community College
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Community High School