Leslie Abigail Barba
Rio Rico
Summary
Skilled ER Registered Nurse with background in fast-paced emergency room settings. Experience includes patient triage, acute care management, and collaboration with interdisciplinary medical teams. Strengths include critical thinking, quick decision-making, and effective communication skills that contribute to providing high-quality patient care. Previously made significant impact by implementing efficient procedures in emergency situations which improved overall patient outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Registered Nurse
Dependable Home Health Care
Nogales
03.2024 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive patient assessments and care plans, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses, leading to improved health management and recovery times.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and home care practices, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Educated patients regarding their diagnosis and treatment plan while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
- Utilized learned nursing skills for wound care, vital sign checking and medication assistance.
- Implemented infection control measures and safety protocols, resulting in reduced hospital readmission rates and increased patient satisfaction.
ER Registered Nurse
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
Nogales
04.2023 - Current
- Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, ensuring timely interventions and improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing overall treatment efficacy.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a culture of learning and improving team performance in high-pressure environments.
- Provided emotional support to family members during traumatic events in the ER setting.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures when needed.
Patient Care Technician, ER
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
Nogales
08.2012 - 04.2023
- Assisted healthcare team in monitoring patients' vital signs, ensuring timely interventions and enhancing overall patient care.
- Maintained a sterile environment by performing routine cleaning and restocking of medical supplies, supporting infection control measures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to gather patient history and report changes, facilitating effective treatment plans and patient outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
Nogales
11.2006 - 08.2012
- Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily activities and ensuring comfort to enhance recovery experiences.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, contributing to timely interventions and improved patient outcomes.
- Assisted in the execution of care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote patient safety and well-being.
- Supported nursing staff by preparing equipment and supplies, optimizing workflow and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
La Posada Green Valley
Green Valley
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Provided compassionate patient care by assisting with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and overall well-being.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring compliance with treatment plans and maintaining safety standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop and implement personalized care plans, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Assisted in the management of patient mobility and transfers, reducing the risk of falls and promoting independence.
- Performed vital signs monitoring such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
Nogales
04.2003 - 05.2005
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring a smooth and pleasant dining experience for patrons.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for customers.
- Assisted in training new team members on cash handling procedures and customer service best practices.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Carrington College
Tucson, AZ 09.2020 - 12.2022
Nogales High School
Nogales, AZSkills
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Cardiac monitoring
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- TNCC
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse
Dependable Home Health Care
03.2024 - Current
ER Registered Nurse
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Carrington College
09.2020 - 12.2022
Patient Care Technician, ER
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
08.2012 - 04.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holy Cross Hospital - Holy Cross Hospital
11.2006 - 08.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
La Posada Green Valley
08.2005 - 05.2006
Cashier
McDonald's Restaurant
04.2003 - 05.2005
Nogales High School