Barbara Zdor
Berrien Springs
Summary
- Ethical registered nurse has responsibly served hospitalized patients four years, upholding professional standards by using critical thinking, evidence-based practice & utilizing resources available. Collaborating with the health care team to provide quality, culturally congruent care to patients. Currently pursuing the privilege to assist women achieve optimal health outcomes at Corewell Health SWMC/Niles. Special interest in nutrition & osteoporosis prevention/management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Logan Regional Hospital-Intermountain Health Care
10.1989 - 11.1990
- Floated to the medical-surgical, pediatrics, post-partum & nursery units.
- Managed patients recovering from medical & surgical procedures; post-partum recovery & newborn care.
- Maintained accurate & detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, & progress notes for continuity of care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, & intramuscular injections & monitored responses. Reduced medication errors through diligent charting & double-checking dosages.
- Educated family members & caregivers on patient care instructions.
Staff Nurse
University Hospital-University of Missouri
08.1986 - 06.1989
- Managed patient care on a 46 bed orthopedic, neurology & plastic surgery unit.
- Performed pre-op teaching/preparation; executed post-op care & pain management
- Performed various nursing interventions such as complex wound dressings using infection control measures, vital sign monitoring, urinary catheter placement/care & trach care.
- Monitored patients' conditions; reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, & behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Provided compassionate & empathetic support to patients & their families during difficult situations.
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Maintained accurate & detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, & progress notes for continuity of care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, & intramuscular injections & monitored responses. Reduced medication errors through precise administration & documentation of medications.
Education
RN Refresher Online Course - Nursing
Univ. of Delaware Professional/Continuing Studies
Newark, DE01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla University
College Place, WA06.1986
Skills
- Communication, active listener
- Integrity, confidentiality
- Compassionate care
- Dependable, cooperative
- Conscientious, thorough
- Patient safety & education
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Monitor vital signs, assessments, medication administration, enteral feedings, care for: wound, tracheostomy, newborn, palliative/hospice
- Respects diversity
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse in Michigan. Expires 9-9-25
- License # 4704309044
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Logan Regional Hospital-Intermountain Health Care
10.1989 - 11.1990
Staff Nurse
University Hospital-University of Missouri
08.1986 - 06.1989
RN Refresher Online Course - Nursing
Univ. of Delaware Professional/Continuing Studies
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla University
- Licensed Registered Nurse in Michigan. Expires 9-9-25
- License # 4704309044
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