Beatrice M. Brennan
Vitas Healthcare Hospice
Philadelphia,PA
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Dedicated professional with vast experience providing compassionate and quality services for diverse populations within healthcare environments. Effective communicator, well-versed in cultural diversity awareness, connecting with patients, family members, and staff from all backgrounds. Motivated leader, with a demonstrated success in strengthening relationships across teams to achieve organizational goals. Seamless in responding to emergency situations with confidence and poise. Quickly adapts to new policies, procedures, and equipment without risking value or delays.
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
2 Years 3 Months- Coordinated comprehensive patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' needs, preferences, and goals to tailor individualized care strategies.
- Managed medication administration and monitoring for hospice patients to enhance safety and compliance.
- Educated families on end-of-life care options, facilitating informed decision-making and emotional support.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring alignment with healthcare regulations and ethical standards.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Participated in patient and family planning process, as well as provided instructions and addressed question and concerns.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient encounters, supporting accurate billing practices and data-driven decision making.
- Reduced unnecessary medical interventions by monitoring high-risk patients closely, intervening as needed based on clinical expertise.
- Used Software to maintain database of relevant information for practitioners to access and coordinate patient care.
- Liaised with physicians regarding patient needs, performance and changes.
- Prepared clinical notes and updates for review by primary physician.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse Senior Medical Clinic
1 Year 1 Month- Responsibilities include: telephone support and triage for patients, scheduling problem visits or nurse visits when appropriate, offering symptom management, supporting refill requests and answering visit follow-up questions
- Provide patient education, particularly around chronic conditions; may occur in person, over the phone or in groups
- Monitoring and coordinating delivery of the care plan
- Forming relationships with patients and their caregivers to support prevention-focused care and ED/ hospital diversion where appropriate
- Provide direction to MAs to support delivery of procedures, telephonic support and patient instructions
- Conduct medication and testing authorizations
- Deliver an exceptional patient experience through service, responsiveness and care
School Nurse (Contract Position)
2 Months- Implement school health management protocols. Maintain security of school health supplies. Work under the supervision of the chief school nurse and principal. Providing limited medical care and services to students and school staff. Provide individual nursing care to medically fragile children at school. Assist with inspection for health and medical hazards. Maintain school health records, ensuring compliance with state health mandates for school attendance. Provide health counseling services to students, parents, and school personnel. Promote a healthy school environment.
School Nurse (Contract Position)
4 Months- Implement school health management protocols. Maintain security of school health supplies. Work under the supervision of the chief school nurse and principal. Providing limited medical care and services to students and school staff. Provide individual nursing care to medically fragile children at school. Assist with inspection for health and medical hazards. Maintain school health records, ensuring compliance with state health mandates for school attendance. Provide health counseling services to students, parents, and school personnel. Promote a healthy school environment.
Pre-Lung Transplant Department Nurse (Contract Position)
8 Months- Oversee patients’ progress from time of referral through their transplant surgery. Educate patients and families about the transplant process. Ensure that all regulatory compliances are maintained throughout the entire process. Maintain continuous dialogue with team members during the screening of potential recipients and donors. Assist with the assessment of emotional and physical status of potential recipients, aiding when necessary.
On-site Covid Tester
6 Months- Performed rapid COVID 19 testing
- Maintained continuous dialogue with team members during the screening of potential recipients and donors. Conducted examinations of employees prior to the start of shift. Notified employee and immediate supervisor of any positive results. Strict infection prevention protocols followed.
Abdominal Transplant Coordinator
1 Year- Adopted several roles and functions including Clinician, Educator, Consultant, and Leader inside of the transplant team due to exceptional motivation and dedication. Organized care for those on the waiting list for kidney and pancreas transplants as well as the recipients. Maintained continuous dialogue with team members during the screening of potential recipients and donors. Conducted examinations of the emotional and physical status of potential recipients, interfering when necessary. Compiled relevant information concerning donors and recipients, updating the transplant list regularly.
- Key Contributions:
- Flawlessly regulated the transplant process from conception to completion, guaranteeing that patients are equipped with applicable education of the procedure and post-op care.
Clinical Instructor for LPN Students
2 Years- Directs the Practical Nursing Program providing comprehensive instruction and evaluations for student activities within a hospital environment. Orchestrates regular student conferences. Administers ongoing mentorship for nursing students such as test preparation and student advancement. Creates complex assignments while ensuring procedures are accurately followed.
- Constantly replenishes library of nursing periodicals and books for student resources.
- Key Contributions:
- Known for high level demonstrations of relevant nursing procedures and clinical instruction.
- Encouraged self-direction and esteem, forming confident nursing professionals.
Staff Nurse Critical Care Unit
10 Years- Led annual skills days, executing employee competency assessments, and providing feedback. Confirmed adequate services within the coronary care unit and incorporating primary care, treatments, IV therapy, and patient management. Addressed concerns promptly to verify satisfaction. Partnered with medical personnel to implement continuous communication between patients and family members, supporting questions with education and patience.
- Key Contributions:
- Selected as a speaker in the CCRN/PCCN review.
- Praised for the effective deliverance of a presentation for the Diabetic Champion Committee regarding various forms of diabetes.
- Additional experience as Staff Nurse with Kindred Hospital and Interventional Radiology Nurse with Hahnemann University Hospital. www.genesiscareers.jobs
Education
Post-Master's Certificate - Nursing Education
RN to Master of Science - Nursing Bridge Program
Master of Business Administration - Marketing Management
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Nursing Diploma
Radiologic Technologist Diploma
Skills
Assists in conducting clinical assessments for patients.
Provide educational resources to patients and caregivers. Perform care and thorough auditns of patient charts.Promotes initiatives to increase patient satisfaction.Follows established policies and procedures for care delivery.
Contributes to care planning processes for optimal patient outcomes. Helps resolve conflicts within the team.
Goal setting
EMR / EHR
Emotional intelligence
Care coordination
Case evaluation
Patient assessments
Home care management
Service coordination
Program planning
Ethical considerations
Resource utilization
Patient care planning
Clinical assessment
Emotional awareness
Care plan development
Patient advocacy
Healthcare regulations
Palliative care
Chronic disease management
HIPAA compliance
Patient condition monitoring
Vitals monitoring
Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Diagnostic test evaluations
Seizure management
Personal Information
Title: REGISTERED NURSE
Certification
CPR CERTIFIED
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association
- Pennsylvania Association of Nurses
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Vitas Healthcare Hospice
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse Senior Medical Clinic
Oak Street Health
07.2022 - 08.2023Read More
School Nurse (Contract Position)
Universal Charter School
03.2022 - 05.2022Read More
School Nurse (Contract Position)
BB Franklin Towne Charter School
10.2021 - 02.2022Read More
Pre-Lung Transplant Department Nurse (Contract Position)
GHR Healthcare
01.2021 - 09.2021Read More
On-site Covid Tester
Allyon
02.2020 - 08.2020Read More
Abdominal Transplant Coordinator
Temple University Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019Read More
Clinical Instructor for LPN Students
Eastern Center of Arts and Technology
01.2017 - 01.2019Read More
Staff Nurse Critical Care Unit
Elkins Park Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2018Read More
Hahnemann Hospital School of Allied Health Services
Radiologic Technologist Diploma
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Frankford Hospital School of Nursing
Nursing Diploma
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LaSalle University
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
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University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration from Marketing Management
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University of Phoenix
RN to Master of Science from Nursing Bridge Program
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University of Phoenix
Post-Master's Certificate from Nursing Education
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