Yolinda Barrett
Union,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and meticulous LPN professional bringing more than 20 years of experience readying patients for invasive and non-invasive tests and procedures. Well-versed in managing supplies, fields and aseptic techniques. Proficient in HIPAA, facility and LPN standards and competent in operating in high-volume, high-stress settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Pelvic Floor Specialist/Urology Technician
Brighter Health Network
02.2017 - Current
- Maintained accurate patient charts and medical records.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Utilized medical software to document and track patient progress.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
- Gathered, charted, and analyzed patient history data and discussed key points with clinicians.
- Evaluated patient histories and medical records for accuracy and completeness.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Performed diagnostic tests including urodynamics and Anorectal manometry: reported results to healthcare providers.
Agency LPN
Various Agencies
09.1999 - 02.2017
- Communicated with patient's family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions.
- Monitored patient fluid intake and output to compose patient charts.
- Observed patients under treatment to identify progress or side effects of medications.
- Assisted ailing patients with eating and bathing to support activities of daily living.
- Informed nursing personnel of new admissions, expected time of arrival, room assignment and other information to prepare for patient arrival.
- Administered injections, prescribed medications and enemas and cleaned and dressed wounds to assist with basic medical care.
- Arranged transportation to admit, transfer or discharge patients.
- Collected samples for lab testing to diagnose conditions.
- Reviewed care plans to verify patient's diagnosis, treatment goals and specific nursing orders.
- Cooperated with other agencies to provide continuity of care and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
01.1995 - 12.1996
- Updated medical records in EMR system and double-checked data for accuracy.
- Administered medications through injections and IVs in compliance with physician orders.
- Provided emergency medical care and conducted physical exams and interviews to gain medical history and relevant health data.
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- Provided leadership, delegation, and exceptional medical service in high-pressure situations.
- Supported medical staff in providing patient care in high-demand hospital environment.
- Assisted in medical examinations, treatments and procedures for diverse conditions and patient populations.
- Maintained operational organization by ensuring equipment functionality, inventory levels and employee medical training.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Cyber Security
DeVry University
Villa Park, ILDiploma - Practical Nursing
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC05.1999
High School Diploma -
Garden State Academy
Tranquility, NJ05.1991
Skills
- Urodynamic Testing
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- MS Office
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- [Laborie] Software Proficiency
- Written Communication
- Data Entry
- PPE Compliance
Timeline
Pelvic Floor Specialist/Urology Technician
Brighter Health Network
02.2017 - Current
Agency LPN
Various Agencies
09.1999 - 02.2017
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
01.1995 - 12.1996
Some College (No Degree) - Cyber Security
DeVry University
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Coastal Carolina Community College
High School Diploma -
Garden State Academy
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