Brandi Hartman
Keyser,WV
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies. I have experience in emergency room nursing while completing clinical hours and will have medical-surgical experience as well by graduation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Keyser Healthcare Center
Keyser , WV
2016.01 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Prepared equipment for use during treatments such as setting up IV lines or placing catheters correctly according to hospital policies.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
CNA
Heartland Of Keyser
Keyser , WV
2009.06 - 2015.12
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD2024-12
LPN - Nursing
Mineral County Technical Center
Keyser, WV2015-12
High School Diploma -
Keyser High School
Keyser, WV2009-05
Skills
- Medical Documentation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral Health
- Catheter Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Diabetes management
- Palliative Care
- Nursing Ethics
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care
- Samples collection
- Physical Assessment
- Family Communication
- Emergency Response
- Writing reports
- Patient Management
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Direct Patient Care
- Immunization Administration
- Geriatric Care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Caring for wounds
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Tracking symptoms
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Counting narcotics
- Documenting incidents
- Behavioral assessment
- Medication Dispensing
- Breathing Treatments
- Care Planning
- Vital signs
- HIPAA Compliance
- ADL Assistance
- Staff Supervision
Affiliations
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband and our 3 amazing children on the family farm.
Timeline
LPN
Keyser Healthcare Center
2016.01 - Current
CNA
Heartland Of Keyser
2009.06 - 2015.12
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland
LPN - Nursing
Mineral County Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Keyser High School
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