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Brandon Sanborn

Madisonville,LA

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proven ability to quickly acquire new skills and navigate diverse environments. Recognized for strong work ethic and effective communication skills, consistently contributing to team success and organizational goals. Experienced in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining safety standards while ensuring a clean workspace. Committed to ongoing learning and ready to embrace new challenges in a dynamic work setting.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Louisiana Heart and Vascular Institute
Covington, Louisiana
04.2023 - Current
  • Launched new catheterization lab in an office setting.
  • Collaborated with a pharmacist to establish DEA account for managing narcotic orders.
  • Administered conscious sedation to ensure comfort of patients undergoing endovascular interventions.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate patient needs and develop treatment plans accordingly.
  • Assisted in the preparation of patients for cardiac catheterization procedures by reviewing medical history, administering medications and performing physical assessments.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Initiated resuscitative measures in cases of emergency situations or adverse reactions to drugs or contrast media.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as ECG signals, pressures and oxygen saturation levels throughout the procedure.
  • Assessed patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and blood pressure prior to, during and after procedure.
  • Employed sound nursing practice to carry out nursing assessments, procedures and treatments for cardiac cath lab patients.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Prepared supplies needed for each procedure and maintained an adequate inventory of supplies at all times.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters, and pacemaker installations.
  • Skilled in utilizing IVUS.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Managed and maintained laboratory equipment, including calibrations, repairs, and preventative maintenance.

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, Louisiana
04.2021 - 04.2023
  • Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
  • Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
  • Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
  • Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining morale.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Provided leadership during emergency situations ensuring high standards of patient safety are met.
  • Assisted in developing budgets, staffing plans and resource allocations for the nursing unit.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Assessed the need for additional resources such as equipment or supplies within the unit.
  • Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.

Hospital Engineer

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, Louisiana
04.2020 - 04.2021
  • Adapted to work in a different department following the suspension of outpatient procedures.
  • Provided technical support for plant operations staff as needed.
  • Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Supported execution of preventative maintenance for HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
  • Executed wiring installations to enable XM radio service.
  • Installed cabinet system for hospital supplies.
  • Contributed to wall painting and repair tasks.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Cath Lab Nurse in Charge

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, Louisiana
01.2011 - 04.2020
  • Provided direct patient care including assessment, treatments and interventions as per physician orders for intervention and diagnostic cardiology, EP procedures and structural heart.
  • Administered medications during procedures to reduce problems from anxiety, blood pressure, and other conditions.
  • Provided dedicated specialized care in electrophysiology nursing for 3 years.
  • Some use with Prucka monitoring system during EP procedures.
  • Programmed multiple pacemaker brands for EP procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards related to infection control, safety protocols, clinical documentation and other applicable policies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal delivery of care for patients receiving services in the Cath Lab.
  • Performed quality control checks on equipment used in the Cath Lab before each procedure.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to students, residents, fellows or other healthcare professionals interested in learning more about cath lab nursing roles.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, families and healthcare providers concerning diagnosis, treatments options available through cath lab services.
  • Communicated with physicians regarding patient conditions and treatment plans.
  • Proficient in the use of IVUS, Intra-aortic balloon pumps, Impella, Inari, Laser, Medtronic Cryo, CSI, Rotablator, Shockwave and Pioneer.
  • Use of ultrasound for vein access.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Conducted staff orientation and provided ongoing education for existing team members on best practices related to Cath Lab procedures.
  • Oversaw inventory management of medical supplies within the lab and ordered new supplies when needed.
  • Maintained accurate records of all patient care activities performed in the Cath Lab.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Coordinated daily staffing schedules based on departmental needs while maintaining high quality standards of care.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Served as a resource person providing technical assistance when needed regarding proper use of cath lab equipment or techniques.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Prepared patients for procedures such as stents, IVC filters, and pacemaker installations.
  • Performed diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms, stress testing, and electrophysiology studies.
  • Kept cardiac laboratory clean, organized and well-stocked to efficiently handle patient loads.
  • Provided critical care to patients with arrhythmias, heart failure, and other cardiac conditions.

ICU Step Down Nurse Manager

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, Louisiana
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
  • Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
  • Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
  • Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss concerns or issues related to nursing practices.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
  • Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

ICU Charge Nurse

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
Covington, Louisiana
02.2006 - 01.2010
  • Performed daily assessments of all ICU patients, evaluated patient's response to treatments and developed individualized plans of care.
  • Served as a mentor for newly hired nurses by providing guidance on policies and procedures specific to ICU setting.
  • Prioritized tasks according to urgency of need while managing multiple cases simultaneously.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations quickly and effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients.
  • Initiated life-saving measures when necessary such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or emergency drug administration.
  • Monitored and documented vital signs, laboratory values, physical assessments, cardiac rhythms and medication administration.
  • Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
  • Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections within the ICU.
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures, including intubations, central line insertions and chest tube placements.
  • Acted as an advocate for patient rights while providing support, education and resources to families and caregivers regarding end-of-life decisions.
  • Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes and coordinating appropriate responses.
  • Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
  • Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
  • Managed patient pain and discomfort through effective pain management strategies, enhancing patient comfort.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills by delegating duties appropriately among staff members.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.

PRN ICU Nurse

Southwest Medical Center
Lafayette, Louisiana
10.2005 - 02.2006
  • Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
  • Performed duties across ICU, Telemetry, Med-Surg, Psych, and ICU overflow units.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.
  • Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring patients transitioned safely from ICU to next level of care.
  • Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
  • Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
  • Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
  • Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
  • Performed bedside procedures, including intubation, central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes and wound care.
  • Operated and maintained life support systems and other medical equipment with precision and care.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Clinical Research Coordinator

Louisiana Heart Center
Chalmette, Louisiana
08.2004 - 08.2005
  • Compiled trial related documents into a master file as required by sponsor or regulatory agency.
  • Assessed records of each patient, reviewed databases and checked referrals to locate potential research study participants.
  • Communicated effectively with investigators, study staff, sponsors, vendors, IRB personnel, and other stakeholders throughout the life cycle of the trial.
  • Performed patient assessments, collected and analyzed data, and prepared reports.
  • Collected, processed and delivered specimens from trial participants.
  • Kept patient care protocols and clinical trial operations in compliance.
  • Organized investigator meetings; developed meeting agendas; created presentations; tracked action items from meetings; coordinated follow-up communications after meetings.
  • Maintained accurate up-to-date tracking logs for all aspects of clinical research activities including but not limited to adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications, lab results .
  • Prepared informed consent forms for review by ethics committees.
  • Educated participants on studies and anticipated outcomes.
  • Took vital signs and collected medical histories as part of study protocols.
  • Reviewed CRFs for completeness and accuracy before database entry.
  • Collaborated with sponsors and investigators to carry out efficient and fully compliant research trials.
  • Developed and maintained accurate and timely study databases.
  • Adhered to standards in areas involving data collection, research protocols, and regulatory reporting.
  • Monitored patient safety during clinical trials according to established guidelines.

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Chalmette Medical Center
Chalmette, Louisiana
10.2002 - 08.2004

ICU Nurse

Chalmette Medical Center
Chalmette, Louisiana
01.2000 - 01.2002

Telemetry Registered Nurse

Chalmette Medical Center
Chalmette, Louisiana
08.1999 - 04.2000

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Southwestern Louisiana
Lafayette, LA
05-1999

High School Diploma -

Andrew Jackson High School
Chalmette, LA
05-1993

Skills

  • Health screening
  • Medical assessment
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Diabetes management
  • Discharge coordination
  • Infectious disease control
  • Precepting
  • Vaccine administration
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Ventilator support
  • IV management
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Life-sustaining machines

Accomplishments

  • Completed HCA's leadership program
  • Medtronic's Basic Cardiac Device Concepts and Programming
  • Accepted to University of America Medical School

Affiliations

  • 3 Day Afib educational symposium in Boston 2015. Sponsored by St. Jude Medical

Certification

  • Registered Nurse. 1999
  • ACLS and BLS certification

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Louisiana Heart and Vascular Institute
04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
04.2021 - 04.2023

Hospital Engineer

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
04.2020 - 04.2021

Cath Lab Nurse in Charge

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
01.2011 - 04.2020

ICU Step Down Nurse Manager

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011

ICU Charge Nurse

Lakeview Regional Medical Center
02.2006 - 01.2010

PRN ICU Nurse

Southwest Medical Center
10.2005 - 02.2006

Clinical Research Coordinator

Louisiana Heart Center
08.2004 - 08.2005

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Chalmette Medical Center
10.2002 - 08.2004

ICU Nurse

Chalmette Medical Center
01.2000 - 01.2002

Telemetry Registered Nurse

Chalmette Medical Center
08.1999 - 04.2000

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Southwestern Louisiana

High School Diploma -

Andrew Jackson High School

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