Brandice Blankensopp McKay
Kennedy,AL
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN
Wexford Health Services
Pelham, AL
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
RN - Neurology Unit
UAB
Birmingham, AL
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
RN Supervisor
Comfort Care Home Health LLC
Bessemer, AL
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Assessed patient's physical, mental, and psychosocial health status to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care such as wound dressing changes, IV therapy, medication administration and patient education.
- Monitored and evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and interventions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care settings to home or alternate facilities.
- Coordinated medical services between primary care providers, specialists, hospitals and outpatient clinics.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress in the electronic health record.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
RN, Emergency Department
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patient conditions to determine necessary interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and blood draws.
- Responded to codes and other emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Conducted triage assessments of incoming patients to prioritize care needs.
- Documented medical histories, physical exams, test results, diagnoses, treatments, and progress notes in electronic health records.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality patient care standards.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through proper infection control protocols.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation levels.
RN Floor Nurse
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Aliceville, AL
06.2021 - Present
- Utilized evidence-based guidelines while providing quality nursing care services.
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Assessed and monitored patients' health condition, including vital signs, physical assessments, and laboratory test results.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Responded to medical emergencies promptly and provided life-saving interventions when necessary.
- Instructed patients on pre-and post-operative care instructions, diet modifications, medications and self-care techniques.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12-2019
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Judson College
Marion, AL04-2018
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
T.A. Lawson State Community College
Bessemer12-2008
Master of Science - FNP
Troy University
Troy, ALSkills
- [Specialization] Expert
- Quality Improvement
- Health Promotion
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Basic Life Support
- Community health
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Emergency Response
- Chart updating
- Data Collection
- Care Planning
- Supply Restocking
- Medical assessment
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Management
- Diabetes management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Wound Care
- Taking vitals
- Immunization skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Evaluation
- Medication and IV administration
- Intake and discharge
- Patient discharging
- EMR Systems
- Home visits
- IV drug therapy management
- IV setup
- Seizure Management
- Physical assessments
Certification
- RN license state of AL
- BLS - Healthcare providers
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
06.2021 - Present
RN
Wexford Health Services
12.2020 - 06.2021
RN - Neurology Unit
UAB
01.2020 - 12.2020
RN Supervisor
Comfort Care Home Health LLC
06.2019 - 12.2019
RN, Emergency Department
DCH Regional Medical Center
08.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Judson College
License Practical Nurse - Nursing
T.A. Lawson State Community College
Master of Science - FNP
Troy University
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