Amanda L. Braun
Greenbrier,TN
Summary
Accomplished nursing leader with a proven track record at Vanderbilt Medical Center, excelling in clinical supervision and critical thinking. Skilled in staff development, fostering a culture of professional growth and excellence. Demonstrates exceptional ability to manage departments and improve operational efficiencies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Nurse Manager
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
2023.09 - Current
- Provided support during a difficult transition within the Spine Center team to clinical and administrative staff, as well as clinicians.
- Foster open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decision making.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and staff readiness in preparation for upcoming triennial Joint Commission visit.
- Working closely with HR Recruiting partners to recruit highly qualified candidates for vacant RN, LPN, and MA positions that become available.
- Interview, onboard, and oversee orientation and training of all new staff members.
- Provide coaching to staff members when needed and ensure staff have the resources they need to do their job effectively.
- Address Patient Relation concerns as they arise, providing service recovery in the moment when needed.
- Working closely with clinical staff to address workflow concerns by ensuring each clinical role is practicing at the top of their scope.
Assistant Nurse Manager
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2017.08 - Current
- Oversee four clinical locations, to include two busy Neurology clinics, and two Neurosurgery clinics, overseeing approximately 46 clinical staff members.
- Manage staffing of each clinical location to ensure optimal coverage while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for staff members.
- Resolve conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arise.
- Evaluate staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Involvement with process improvement projects both locally within each clinic location as well as within the Neuroscience PCC and organizationally.
- Work closely with Staff, Clinicians, and Clinician Leaders to ensure clinics run as efficiently as possible and patients receive the highest level of care.
Charge Nurse, Neurology
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2016.05 - 2017.08
- Oversee day to day operations of TVC and PRB Neurology Clinics as well as the VAV Neurosurgery Clinic.
- Ensuring adequate staffing of each clinic daily.
- Addressing patient relations concerns as they arose, providing in the moment service recovery when necessary.
- Providing in the moment coaching to clinical staff when needed.
- Assisting in staffing either on the floor, in procedures, or in administrative work as needed.
- Working closely with staff and clinicians to address any barriers in daily workflow.
- Involvement in process improvement projects.
- Interviewing, onboarding, and overseeing the orientation and training of new team members.
Interim Nurse Educator
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2012.08 - 2014.02
- Assessed competency levels among nursing staff, identifying areas of improvement for targeted interventions.
- Promoted professional growth among nursing staff through continuous education opportunities, conferences, and workshops.
- Established a supportive learning environment by providing guidance and mentorship to nursing staff.
- Supported staff and organization through obtaining initial Joint Commission Stroke Certification.
- Ensured staff completed required annual competencies by required date.
- Attended monthly Nurse Educator Committee meetings.
Charge Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2011.02 - 2016.05
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Made shift assignments based of acuity tool to ensure fair and equal patient assignments.
- Maintained 6-week schedule for RN's and Care Partners on the unit.
- Served on the Rapid Response Committee for 6N.
- Took patient assignment when needed in addition to acting as unit Charge Nurse.
- Took on Front Line Leadership project to address discharge and admission times in the EMU.
Staff RN
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2009.08 - 2016.05
- Worked on 6N, Neurology/Neurosurgery/Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
- Cared for patients with varoious Neurological diagnoses, such as stroke, epilepsy, CIDP, to name a few, as well as post-operative Neurosurgical patients recovering from craniotomies, tumor resections, spine procedures, etc.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
Staff RN
Centennial Medical Center
2006.06 - 2009.07
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN05.2003
High School Diploma -
Ooltewah High School
Ooltewah, TN05.1999
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Clinical Supervision
- Quality Improvement
- Department management
- Staff Development
Timeline
Interim Nurse Manager
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
2023.09 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2017.08 - Current
Charge Nurse, Neurology
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2016.05 - 2017.08
Interim Nurse Educator
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2012.08 - 2014.02
Charge Nurse
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2011.02 - 2016.05
Staff RN
Vanderbilt Medical Center
2009.08 - 2016.05
Staff RN
Centennial Medical Center
2006.06 - 2009.07
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Austin Peay State University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Austin Peay State University
High School Diploma -
Ooltewah High School
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