Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Barbara Chronister

Fayetteville

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Unit Manager of Adolescent Unit

Vantage Point Behavioral Health Hospital
Fayetteville
2024.12 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a behavioral health setting.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and documented findings accurately.

• Collaborate with clinical Services to develop programming that meets the needs of the patient population and helps to ensure a more positive patient outcome.

• Employee education to ensure best practice at all times as well as evaluations and disciplinary processes.

ADON and Infection Control Practitioner

Vantage Point Behavioral Health Hospital
Fayetteville
2017.08 - 2024.07
  • Assisted in managing nursing staff schedules and patient care assignments.
  • Monitored compliance with state regulations and hospital policies for quality care.
  • Educated staff on best practices for behavioral health interventions and safety protocols.
  • Implemented training programs for new nurses to ensure effective onboarding processes.
  • Conducted performance evaluations to support staff development and accountability.
  • Served as a resource person for questions related to professional practice issues within the facility.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues.
  • Developed educational materials for nursing staff on various topics related to quality improvement initiatives.
  • Coordinated with physicians, pharmacists, dietitians, and social workers to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Charge Nurse

Valley behavioral health Hospital
Fort Smith
2006.05 - 2014.02
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care in a behavioral health setting.
  • Conducted patient assessments to identify needs and develop appropriate care plans.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies for patients.

Education

Associates Degree of Nursing - Nursing

Weststar, Community College of Nursing
Fort Smith, AR
1988.08 - 1991.05

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Care plan development
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Certification

Registered Nurse License

R039270

CPR: Arkansas Heart Association

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN Unit Manager of Adolescent Unit

Vantage Point Behavioral Health Hospital
2024.12 - Current

ADON and Infection Control Practitioner

Vantage Point Behavioral Health Hospital
2017.08 - 2024.07

Charge Nurse

Valley behavioral health Hospital
2006.05 - 2014.02

Associates Degree of Nursing - Nursing

Weststar, Community College of Nursing
1988.08 - 1991.05
Barbara Chronister