Braeanne Burney
San Diego,CA
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of healthcare experience, including over 10 years at UC San Diego Health and four years as an NP. Experienced in the continuum of neurosurgical care, from Neuro ICU management of complex neurological conditions to rehabilitation and long-term recovery.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner II
University of California San Diego
San Diego, California
09.2022 - 08.2026
- Evaluated and treated patients with traumatic brain injuries (TBI), spinal cord injuries (SCI), stroke, and mobility impairments.
- Managed inpatient rehabilitation care for patients recovering from traumatic injuries, neurological disorders, and complex musculoskeletal conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, social workers, and case managers to optimize functional outcomes.
- Contributed to development and updates of Clinical Practice Guidelines for spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury patients, ensuring alignment with best practices.
- Developed individualized treatment plans focused on maximizing independence, mobility, and quality of life.
- Coordinated durable medical equipment, home health services, specialty referrals, and community resources to streamline patient access to care.
- Advocated for underserved and uninsured patients by identifying financial assistance programs and rehabilitation resources to improve access to care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on recovery expectations, medications, preventative care, and long-term management to enhance understanding and compliance.
Clinical Nurse III
University of California, San Diego Health Jacobs Medical Center
San Diego, CA
01.2016 - 06.2022
- Implemented nursing interventions and evaluated outcomes for neuro critical care population, including complex stroke, brain aneurysms, epilepsy, acoustic neuromas, and brain tumor resections.
- Facilitated collaborative rounds and utilized report tool to enhance communication and coordination within neuro critical care team.
- Precepted and charged nursing staff, offering guidance and support to ensure high-quality patient care during shifts.
- Co-chaired unit-based quality council, driving initiatives to enhance patient care standards and outcomes.
- Created meditation room project for nurses, enhancing well-being and promoting self-care.
Critical Care Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse II
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
San Diego, CA
02.2015 - 09.2016
- Executed nursing interventions and assessed patient outcomes for complex conditions including stroke, CVVHD, pulmonary issues, liver transplant, and cardiology, enhancing care quality.
- Provided direct patient care in a high acuity environment with complex medical needs.
- Administered critical care interventions for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions continuously.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
Travel Registered Nurse
Med Staff Agency
02.2013 - 11.2016
- Provided critical care for patients in neurological medical intensive care unit, achieving optimal patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and timely intervention.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care in neurological/trauma intensive care unit, focusing on patient stability and recovery through evidence-based practices.
- Administered care for diverse patient population in neurological/trauma and medical/surgical intensive care units, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment effectiveness.
Staff Nurse
Arcadia Methodist Hospital
Arcadia, CA
06.2006 - 02.2013
- Implemented targeted nursing interventions for critical care patients, evaluating outcomes across cardiology, cardio-thoracic, renal, pulmonary, neuro, and complex stroke populations.
- Responded to critical situations as a rapid response team member, ensuring timely interventions and patient safety.
- Provided guidance and support as resource and preceptor for new nursing staff, facilitating their integration into clinical practice.
- Supported hospital-wide committee as customer service representative and super user for Eclipse documentation, improving system usability and staff training.
Travel Registered Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
11.2011 - 01.2013
- Delivered ICU care at Stanford Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Alameda Medical Center, UC San Diego Health, and Chandler Regional Medical Center, focusing on neurotrauma and high-acuity critical care to support patient outcomes.
- Delivered patient care in diverse healthcare settings across multiple states.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses during treatment.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
Education
Masters - Nursing
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University
Los Angeles, CA08-2009
Associate degree - Nursing
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA08-2006
Skills
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Stroke & Spinal Cord Injury
- Neurosurgical & Neurological Disorders
- Neurological Assessment & Physical Examination
- Postoperative Patient Management
- Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Quality Improvement & Evidence-Based Practice
- Care Coordination & Specialty Referrals
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- EMR Documentation (Epic)
- Patient & Family Education
Certification
- ANCC Board Certified FNP, 11/01/30
- NP Furnishing Cert, NPF95016362, 2028
- NP License, NP95016362, 2028
- CA Registered Nurse, #685636, 2028
- AACN Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse, 08/01/20
- Adult Resuscitation Therapy (ART), 01/01/27
- Healing Beyond Borders, Healing Touch level I
Professional Organizations Projects
- American Association of Critical Care Nurses, 01/01/07
- ACNL 40th Annual Conference, 01/01/18, podium presenter, Communication and Nurse Empowerment through Nurse Collaborative Rounds in the Neuro ICU
- UCSD 11th Annual Nursing Inquiry and Innovations Conference, 01/01/18, poster presenter, Trust, a poem written and inspired by family-centered care
Volunteer Community Outreach
- Wellness Wednesday Coordinator Diabetes Education, United Service Workers, San Diego, CA, 09/01/19, present
- Healing Touch provider, University California, San Diego, San Diego, CA, 04/01/16
- Stroke Outreach Education/ Blood Pressure Drive, United Service Workers, San Diego, CA, 09/01/16
- Activities Assistant, California Assistant Program for Seniors, Burbank, CA, 08/01/01, 01/01/07
- Eucharistic minister and Usher, Saint Roberts Bellarmine, Burbank, CA, 09/01/99, 01/01/03
Special Recognition
- Daisy Award Winner Neuro Critical Care 2019
- Great Catch/Speak up Award 2019, UCSD hospital -wide safety award
- Innovation Award, 2017, UCSD Neuro ICU Axon awards, selected by manager
- Best Attitude award, 2017, UCSD Neuro ICU Axon Awards, selected by colleagues
- Ms. Congeniality award, 2017, UCSD Neuro ICU Axon Awards, selected by colleagues
- Patron of Nursing scholarship recipient, January 2017 and 2019 UCSD Patron of Nursing
- Uni-Health scholarship grant, 2006, Methodist Hospital Arcadia ICU specialty program
- Julie Ann Cannon Nursing Scholarship,2006, Pasadena City College
- Eric Herbert Segar Nursing,2005, Pasadena City College
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner II
University of California San Diego
09.2022 - 08.2026
Clinical Nurse III
University of California, San Diego Health Jacobs Medical Center
01.2016 - 06.2022
Critical Care Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse II
UC San Diego Health Hillcrest
02.2015 - 09.2016
Travel Registered Nurse
Med Staff Agency
02.2013 - 11.2016
Travel Registered Nurse
American Mobile Nursing
11.2011 - 01.2013
Staff Nurse
Arcadia Methodist Hospital
06.2006 - 02.2013
Masters - Nursing
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University
Associate degree - Nursing
Pasadena City College