Brandine Maffo
Columbia,MD
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with [Number] years of comprehensive experience providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of [Software] and [Software]. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tier 2 Unit Based Float Pool Nurse
Washington Hospital Center
2020.09 - 2023.06
- Develop patient care plan that prescribes interventions to attain expected outcomes
- Contribute to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and ancillary staff
- Perform job tasks to ensure patient, personal and departmental safety
- Provide nursing care within the philosophy, objectives, and policies of the organization
- Collaborate with patient, family, and interdisciplinary team
- Facilitate patient admission, discharge, and transfer within established facility guidelines
- Perform clinical care in accordance with policy and procedure
- Integrate principles of infection control & infection prevention into practice
- Prioritize and organize work effectively within assigned shift
- Develop nursing knowledge via practice, observation, and continuing education programs.
- Assisted in orientation programs for newly hired float pool nurses, helping them acclimate quickly to the dynamic nature of floating assignments within the hospital setting.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through compassionate communication, attentive listening, and timely response to concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Increased staff morale by serving as a resource for best practices and providing guidance on complex clinical issues when needed.
- Streamlined nursing workflow by expertly prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities among team members.
- Reduced hospital staffing challenges by providing reliable coverage across various departments, including ICU, ER, and MedSurg.
- Participated in cross-functional committees to address patient safety concerns, contributing valuable insights from the perspective of a float pool nurse.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple patients in different units and adapting to each unit''s specific protocols.
- Implemented individualized care plans for diverse patient populations, ensuring optimal health outcomes and recovery times.
- Ensured seamless continuity of care during transitions between units by thoroughly documenting patient information and sharing pertinent details with incoming staff members.
- Increased efficiency of nursing interventions by promptly assessing patients'' conditions and adjusting care plans accordingly throughout shifts.
Medical Surgical Unit Based Orthopedic Nurse
MedStar Washington Hospital
2024.07 - Current
- Treating post-op symptoms of pain and low oxygenation
- Assessing surgical sites for signs of infection or complications
- Administering blood transfusions to patients post-op due to excessive blood loss
- Ensuring patients experience typical sensations in the operative site
- Conducting patient assessments to help improve mobility and strength after surgery
- Administering PO and IV medications and managing patient-controlled analgesia pumps
- Educate patients and family members on musculoskeletal conditions and home recovery
- Managing surgical drains and recording output as indicated
- Coordinate care with PT and OT with SW to get patients discharged efficiently.
Physiatry/ Pain Management Nurse Practitioner
Steady Strides Fall Prevention and Stroke Rehabilitation Medical Institute
2024.08 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical encounters, adhering to HIPAA regulations while facilitating clear communication among team members.
- Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of rehab nursing best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated daily therapy sessions for patients while balancing competing priorities such as medication administration or wound management duties.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives within the rehab department by participating in quality assurance activities.
- Delivered high-quality rehabilitative care, consistently exceeding established benchmarks for patient satisfaction scores.
- Completed detailed assessments of new admissions, identifying specific rehabilitation needs for each patient.
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Student
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
2021.09 - 2022.01
- Projecting and integrating the mission and core values of the organization
- Collaborate with nursing staff to accommodate urgent care/walk-in patients
- Collecting medical history and performing physical exams
- Provide care to patients presenting with acute and chronic problems
- Formulating a plan of care based on patients’ presenting symptoms
- Assist in prescribing medications and other forms of treatment
- Patient education on medication adherence and safe sex practices.
- Established effective relationships with patients and families by respecting patient rights and involving patients and families in decision making.
- .Supported patients in navigating the healthcare system by providing guidance on insurance issues, appointment scheduling, and medication management.
- Managed acute illnesses by prescribing medications or recommending non-pharmacological interventions as appropriate based on individualized patient needs.
- .Recognized potential complications early on by closely monitoring vital signs during procedures and adjusting care plans accordingly.
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Student
Emmanuel Ted Mbualungu LLC
2020.08 - 2021.05
- Educate patients about treatment plans and test results and appropriate medication use
- Assess and manage chronic conditions through regular follow ups
- Completed 580 hours of clinical coursework in regulatory compliance
- Conducting head to toe examinations on Tuesdays and Thursdays on adult patients
- Conducting medication reconciliation with patients to ensure medication adherence.
Registered Nurse, Adult Medical Surgical/ Pulmonary
Washington Hospital Center
2016.08 - 2020.08
- Assume formally designated resource role for colleagues in unit management
- Conduct individual orientation for new staff; develop individualized care plans
- Provide care to clinically unstable medical surgical patients
- Maintain airway patency through tracheostomy care for patients on ventilators
- Conduct respiratory assessments and treatments using MDI and SMIs
- Medication administration (Oral, IM, SQ, IV and respiratory treatments)
- Analyze changes in patient status, and plan appropriate interventions directly/ indirectly
- Develop and coordinate standards of care of patients with complex medical problems
- Conduct and evaluate unit based in service programs
- Participate in formulation and implementation of department policies and procedures
- Implement and evaluate unit assessments and audits with quality assurance
- Delegate tasks to peers and ancillary support staff as appropriate.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (APRN- Adult)
St. Louis
Missouri, USA12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowie State University
Bowie, MD05.2016
Associate of Arts - General Studies
PGCC
Largo, MD12.2011
Skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- MSN: Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner: APRN, R223679, MD
- DC License Pending, DC
- Maryland CDS Licensed, Maryland
- RN: Registered Nurse (MD, Compact) & DC, R223679, MD
- RN: Registered Nurse (MD, Compact) & DC, RN1042313, DC
- Certified Medical Surgical RN, 66793015
Timeline
Physiatry/ Pain Management Nurse Practitioner
Steady Strides Fall Prevention and Stroke Rehabilitation Medical Institute
2024.08 - Current
Medical Surgical Unit Based Orthopedic Nurse
MedStar Washington Hospital
2024.07 - Current
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Student
AIDS Healthcare Foundation
2021.09 - 2022.01
Tier 2 Unit Based Float Pool Nurse
Washington Hospital Center
2020.09 - 2023.06
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Student
Emmanuel Ted Mbualungu LLC
2020.08 - 2021.05
Registered Nurse, Adult Medical Surgical/ Pulmonary
Washington Hospital Center
2016.08 - 2020.08
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (APRN- Adult)
St. Louis
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bowie State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
PGCC
- MSN: Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner: APRN, R223679, MD
- DC License Pending, DC
- Maryland CDS Licensed, Maryland
- RN: Registered Nurse (MD, Compact) & DC, R223679, MD
- RN: Registered Nurse (MD, Compact) & DC, RN1042313, DC
- Certified Medical Surgical RN, 66793015
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