Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Other Work Experience
Timeline
Generic

Roberta Neighbors

Blue Springs

Summary

Achieved significant reduction in hospital-acquired infections, enhancing patient safety and care quality. Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to exceed patient care efficiency goals by 10%. Demonstrated strong leadership in fostering team engagement and accountability. Focused on continuous improvement and measurable outcomes in healthcare settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Long Term Care Nurse

John Knox Village
09.2024 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive patient care in long-term care environment. Performed wound care treatments and managed catheter care protocols. Communicated with providers regarding changes in patient status. Executed wound vac management and PICC line dressing changes. Administered medication as per established guidelines.

OBGYN Clinic Nurse

University of Kansas Health Systems
03.2022 - 09.2024
  • Coordinated prior authorizations, referrals, and scheduling to enhance patient flow. Executed phone triage for efficient patient inquiry handling. Facilitated medical record requests and medication refills for timely access. Responded to medical emergencies, performing vital sign assessments as needed. Performed point-of-care testing, including drawing blood samples and urine tests. Administered IM injections and supported minor procedures like endometrial biopsies. Educated patients on relevant health topics to improve compliance. Ensured sterilization of instruments and maintained confidentiality of patient records.

Cardiac Clinic Nurse

Midwest Heart and Vascular
09.2022 - 02.2024
  • Facilitated prior authorizations and referrals to enhance patient access to services. Oversaw scheduling of appointments, optimizing workflow and reducing wait times. Performed phone triage to evaluate urgency of patient issues effectively. Handled medical record requests to support compliance and continuity of care. Administered medication refills, confirming dosages with healthcare providers. Monitored vital signs, cardiac devices, EKGs, and echo results for abnormalities. Provided patient education on health topics, empowering informed decision-making. Maintained up-to-date patient records, ensuring accuracy in clinical documentation.

NICU Nurse

University Health Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Ensured round-the-clock care to premature and critically ill infants, prioritizing safety and comfort. Administered medical interventions, including IV insertions, tests, and medication delivery. Supported NICU physicians in executing various medical procedures effectively. Created nursing plans while evaluating treatment success regularly. Managed specialized medical equipment, adjusting settings as required for patient needs. Attended to basic infant requirements such as feeding and changing diapers. Comforted families by providing emotional support during difficult situations. Guided parents on caring for their newborns at home, enhancing confidence.

Education

Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) -

Metropolitan Community College Penn Valley
Kansas City, MO
12.2021

Skills

  • Wound management techniques Monitoring vital signs Patient assessment expertise Cardiac care proficiency Bedside monitoring skills Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities Empathetic communication

Other Work Experience

  • Dental Assistant | Family Health Care | December 2010- December 2018
  • Preformed digital x-rays and digital panoramic x-rays, specialized in assisting in all operative procedures, performed basic front office procedures including answering phones, scheduling, referrals, and billing and coding

Timeline

Long Term Care Nurse

John Knox Village
09.2024 - Current

Cardiac Clinic Nurse

Midwest Heart and Vascular
09.2022 - 02.2024

OBGYN Clinic Nurse

University of Kansas Health Systems
03.2022 - 09.2024

NICU Nurse

University Health Medical Center
01.2022 - 08.2022

Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) -

Metropolitan Community College Penn Valley

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Roberta Neighbors