Amber Barninger
Ward
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Proven leadership in mentoring staff and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration for complex case management. Skilled in areas such a general medical surgical, neurosurgery, respiratory, hospice, hematology/oncology, vascular surgery, gastrointestinal, and orthopedics. Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
02.2015 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- I've worked on different specialty floors throughout my 10 years at Baptist Health Medical Center. I was on a float pool team for 7 years participating in care in Neurosurgery, Stroke, Seizures, Hematology/Oncology, Hospice/Palliative care, Respiratory, Gastrointestinal, Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, Bariatric, Urology, Postpartum, and General Medical Surgical.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05-2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Professional bedside manner
- Precepting
- Team coordination
- Case management
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (CMSRN) - Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
02.2015 - Current
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (CMSRN) - Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
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