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Brandi Saunders

Baltimore,MD

Summary

Motivated registered nurse putting forth a compassionate and amiable attitude. Collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams within acute surgical environments. Capable of providing professional nursing care to maintain patient's health in a healthcare setting. Teamwork oriented who works well under pressure with a passion for learning and growing professionally.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse General Surgery Unit

Greater Baltimore Medical Center, GBMC
Towson, MD
09.2022 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.

Asst Laboratory Animal Technician

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
10.2004 - 08.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of all animal procedures, treatments, housing assignments, births and deaths.
  • Monitored animal health and welfare, identified signs of illness or distress, and reported any problems to the supervisor.
  • Conducted physical examinations on laboratory animals as required.
  • Kept inventory of supplies necessary for proper animal care.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working with lab animals.
  • Participated in training sessions related to laboratory animal handling techniques.
  • Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD
05-2022

Skills

  • Telemetry
  • Infection Control
  • Wound Care
  • Post Surgical Care
  • Team Oriented
  • Drain Management of various different types of drain systems
  • Patient Discharging
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Medication Administration
  • Electronic Health Records Management
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Medical Assessment
  • Laparasopic Procedures Familiarity

Certification

  • BLS certified through American Heart Association

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse General Surgery Unit

Greater Baltimore Medical Center, GBMC
09.2022 - Current

Asst Laboratory Animal Technician

Johns Hopkins University
10.2004 - 08.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Baltimore City Community College
Brandi Saunders