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Rebecca Barnes Clayton

Zebulon

Summary

Health science educator and clinical nursing leader with a track record of achieving over 90% pass rates for Certified Nursing Assistants in North Carolina at Wake Medical Center. Proficient in medical sciences and curriculum design, with a focus on student CPR certification and preparation for state-required assessments. Committed to enhancing student career success and ensuring safe, quality patient care in clinical settings.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Health Science/Nursing Assistant Educator

Wake County Public Schools and Wake Technical Community College
01.2014 - Current
  • Delivered medical science instruction to approximately 90 students daily.
    Supervised clinical training for Nurse Aide certification per NC Department of Health and Human Services standards.
    Issued CPR certifications and managed online OSHA certifications.
    Created personalized lesson plans and labs to address diverse learning needs.
    Maintained student grades within PowerSchool, achieving over 90% pass rate on state assessments.
    Collaborated on development of Wake County Public Schools Honors curriculums portfolio using Bloom’s taxonomy.
    Utilized various learning management systems, including CANVAS and Google Classroom.

Cheerleading & Stunt Program Director

Leesville, Knightdale, Rolesville High School, Wake County Public Schools
01.1999 - 12.2024
  • Supervised and trained 30 young athletes in preparation for games and practices.
    Directed seasonal tryouts for 80 athletes, evaluating skills and potential.
    Maintained open communication among parents, administration, and athletes to foster collaboration.
    Ensured compliance with Wake County, NCHSAA, and USA STUNT rules and regulations.
    Enforced all county and state regulations to promote sportsmanship within the team.
    Held special coaching certifications in cheer safety, stunts, concussion protocol, and CPR/First Aid.
    Developed game, practice, and assembly schedules to enhance team organization.

Charge Nurse and Direct Patient Care Nurse

Wake Medical Center
Raleigh
01.2006 - 12.2016
  • Managed staff of about 20 medical employees during twelve-hour shifts in high-acuity units.
    Delivered direct patient care utilizing nursing process for four to five patients daily.
    Developed comprehensive patient care plans based on assessments and ongoing evaluations.
    Oversaw equipment management and maintained supply needs for a 41-patient unit.
    Acted as preceptor for new hires, providing education during limited nighttime staffing.
    Safely administered medications, demonstrating high proficiency in intravenous line insertion.
    Executed electrocardiograms, interpreting results to guide clinical decisions.
    Facilitated femoral arterial catheterization sheath pulls post-procedure to enhance recovery.

Clinical Nursing Supervisor

Novant Franklin Medical Center
Louisburg
01.2014 - 12.2014
  • Supervised approximately 65 employees in blended step down medical surgical and critical care unit, resolving issues to meet corporate and safe patient objectives
  • Responded promptly to complaints from patients or families regarding quality of care issues.
  • Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage at all times.

EKG Monitor Technician and Certified Nursing Assistant

Wake Medical Center
Raleigh
01.2001 - 12.2003
  • Monitored and interpreted EKG strips for approximately 35 patients, assisted nurses with meeting the demands of each assigned patient within the scope of practice as a nursing assistant.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina At Wilmington
05-2027

Associate Science - Nursing

Wake Technical Community College
01.2003

Associated of Arts - Math

Peace College
01.1999

Certification

  • BLS Certification, American Heart Association, 1999-present
  • American Heart Association CPR BLS Instructor Certified, CPR Consultants of Cary, 2016-present
  • Current Registered Nurse Licenses, NC Board of Nursing, 2004-present
  • NC Professional Teaching License, State of North Carolina, 2016-present

Timeline

Certified Health Science/Nursing Assistant Educator

Wake County Public Schools and Wake Technical Community College
01.2014 - Current

Clinical Nursing Supervisor

Novant Franklin Medical Center
01.2014 - 12.2014

Charge Nurse and Direct Patient Care Nurse

Wake Medical Center
01.2006 - 12.2016

EKG Monitor Technician and Certified Nursing Assistant

Wake Medical Center
01.2001 - 12.2003

Cheerleading & Stunt Program Director

Leesville, Knightdale, Rolesville High School, Wake County Public Schools
01.1999 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina At Wilmington

Associate Science - Nursing

Wake Technical Community College

Associated of Arts - Math

Peace College
Rebecca Barnes Clayton