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Brandi Hamilton

Fairhope

Summary

Accomplished RN with a decade of specialized experience at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, adept in clinical judgment and compassion. Spearheaded the clinical documentation program and core measures department, enhancing quality improvement and infection control.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

RN, CDI,CCDS

South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Foley, AL
11.2003 - 06.2024

1. Endoscopy Dept.

  • Troubleshot complex equipment issues, minimizing delays in patient care delivery and contributing to overall operational efficiency within the endoscopy department.
  • Promoted patient comfort during endoscopic procedures through effective pain management strategies and empathetic communication.
  • Coordinated discharge planning process for patients following endoscopic procedures, collaborating with outpatient services to ensure seamless continuity of care.
  • Maintained a high standard of infection control in the endoscopy suite, reducing the risk of cross-contamination and infection transmission.
  • Managed inventory of endoscopy supplies and equipment, ensuring timely availability of necessary resources for optimal patient care delivery.
  • Assisted physicians during endoscopic procedures, ensuring accurate diagnostic results for prompt treatment interventions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

2. Core measures

  • Started the core measures department at SBRMC
  • Worked with all units to ensure core measures compliance.
  • Generated reports and held monthly meetings
  • Reported to management and corporate

3. Infection Control Director

  • Performed all duties required and reported to management and corporate

4. Clinical Documentation

  • Started the clinical documentation program at SBRMC where I worked as CDI for 10 years
  • Lead CDI
  • Worked closely with Quality to assess all PSI and HAC
  • Provided physician education
  • Trained new employees
  • Reported to management and corporate
  • Obtained my CCDS

RN, Critical Care

North Mississippi Medical Center
05.1997 - 05.2003
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and families through difficult transitions.
  • Performed IV insertions and maintenance to ensure proper medication administration.
  • Provided patient education on managing health conditions and post-discharge care.
  • Monitored vital signs using advanced telemetry systems to ensure patient stability.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Worked on Pulmonary/ Intensive Care floor where I performed total patient care of ventilated patients.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bevill State Community College
Fayette, AL
05-1997

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Discharge planning
  • Quality improvement
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Direct patient care
  • CDI duties
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound care
  • Patient care planning
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Critical care

Timeline

RN, CDI,CCDS

South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, Foley, AL
11.2003 - 06.2024

RN, Critical Care

North Mississippi Medical Center
05.1997 - 05.2003

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bevill State Community College
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