Brandi Harbert
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one''s care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing their individual needs.
- Contributed to efficient emergency department operations by effectively prioritizing and managing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff in activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and updating electronic medical records.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff through adherence to infection control protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals in the emergency department to ensure seamless coordination of care.
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate specialized equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and oxygen therapy devices.
- Served as an expert resource in phlebotomy and IV insertion.
Customer Service Associate
Wawa
04.2014 - 01.2022
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by effectively addressing inquiries and resolving issues
- Streamlined communication with clients for improved service experiences and increased loyalty
- Maintained a high level of product knowledge, providing accurate information to customers
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly targets and optimize workflow efficiency
- Developed strong relationships with clients through attentive listening and empathetic understanding of their needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, VA06.2025
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, VA12.2022
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School
Yorktown, VA06.2015
Skills
- Medical Records Management
- Intravenous Therapy
- Patient Assessments
- Airway Management
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Emergency Triage
- Time Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Infection Control
- Critical Thinking
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Patient Education
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- BLSI - Basic Life Support Instructor
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Customer Service Associate
Wawa
04.2014 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing
Riverside College of Health Careers
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School
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