Brandon Gilmore
Davenport,IA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong and trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse Care Coordinator
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided education to patients'' families regarding mental health disorders, treatment options, and community resources available for support.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
- Improved patient well-being by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed challenging patient behaviors with patience and empathy, utilizing therapeutic interventions to help individuals regain control over their emotions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on various topics such as coping strategies, stress management, and medication adherence for improved patient understanding.
Emergency Room RN
Genesis Medical Center Hospital
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenues for care.
- Coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and following all established standards of practice within State and Federal guidelines.
- As a team member, delivering respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees.
- Confidentially shared reports with various medical professionals/specialties and treatment counselors in order to develop follow up treatment plans best suited for the individual patient.
- Planned, prioritized, and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support the comfort and safety of patients and families.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health conditions, prognosis, and treatment.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving severe head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Assisted in management of patient utilization of health care system and provided patient education relative to health care needs, use of community resources and responsibilities of membership in managed care.
Battalion Sniper Section Sergeant/ Infantry Platoon Sergeant
US ARMY Active Duty
01.2005 - 01.2015
- Primary instructor and advisor in the matters of tactics, personnel management, and junior leader development, to senior level leadership.
- Expertly managed the accountability, maintenance and operation of all individual's assigned equipment in excess of 1 million dollars.
- Developed and implemented new systems for identifying, marking, storing and redistributing excess materials valued at over $200 million dollars.
- Managed over 30 third country nationals working on repair and maintenance of Forward Operating Base ensuring a successful transfer to Government of Iraq.
- Utilized composite risk management process to all exercises and operations with zero accidents or injuries.
- Continuously Placed in increased levels of responsibility throughout time in service, achieving the positions of Platoon Sergeant and Battalion Sniper Section Sergeant.
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter EMT Oakbrook Terrace Fire Department
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Educated citizens and locals on safety measures to prevent fire outbreak in their homes and offices.
- Operated a variety of fire suppression tools, rescue tools and protective equipment.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Continuous work on Search and Rescue, Hazmat and continuing education.
- Monitored and maintained equipment dispatched to local fires and other emergencies.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT09.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Iowa Community College District
Davenport, IA05.2019
High School Diploma -
West High School
Davenport, IA05.2002
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Advocacy
- HIPAA Compliance
- Triage
- Emergency Care
- Case Management
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Infection Control
- Patient Information Collection
- Venipuncture
- Patient assessment
Additional Information
Registered Nurse with no restrictions in Iowa and Illinois. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, CPR certified (American Red Cross BLS), Fire Fighter 2 certification Tactical EMT Master Resiliency Trainer/Instructor (UPENN), Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Trainer/Instructor, Multiple Military Leadership Schools, Valid driver's license, HAZMAT certified.
Practicum Experience
- Prepared patients for expectations for medications, therapies and desired outcomes
- Educated patients on healthy lifestyle changes, medication management and appropriate health screening.
- Aided in conducting the plan of care including medication changes, physician referrals, and treatment plans.
- Engaged in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a wide array of ages and acuity levels.
- Conducted over 600 hours of practicum hours under multiple senior level nurse practitioners and doctors in the psychiatric field.
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse Care Coordinator
Vera French Community Mental Health Center
09.2022 - 01.2024
Emergency Room RN
Genesis Medical Center Hospital
12.2019 - 08.2022
Battalion Sniper Section Sergeant/ Infantry Platoon Sergeant
US ARMY Active Duty
01.2005 - 01.2015
Fire Fighter
Fire Fighter EMT Oakbrook Terrace Fire Department
01.2002 - 01.2005
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Eastern Iowa Community College District
High School Diploma -
West High School
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