- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Bread Making
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Avid Reader
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Brandy Burks
251 Lick Creek Rd. Chireno
Summary
Dedicated LVN with extensive experience at Colonial Pines Healthcare, excelling in patient advocacy and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to enhance care plans through clinical assessment expertise and attention to detail, significantly improving patient outcomes. Committed to continuous learning and maintaining HIPAA compliance while fostering trust and communication with patients and families.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Floor Nurse
Colonial Pines Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and maintain licensure requirements.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by following infection control protocols and accurately reporting incidents or concerns.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop customized treatment plans based on thorough assessments of patients'' medical histories, symptoms, and diagnoses.
- Collected and documented vital signs to maintain current records of patients' conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' healthcare treatments and responses.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Long Term Care environment.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when assessing patients, prioritizing needs, and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
Office Nurse
Hospice in the Pines
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided compassionate care during sensitive situations, fostering trust between patients and healthcare providers.
- Implemented infection control protocols within the office setting, maintaining a safe environment for both staff and patients.
- Led team meetings to discuss ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the practice setting.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities related to nursing best practices.
- Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Enhanced patient education through clear communication of treatment plans and preventive measures.
- Organized clinical supplies inventory, reducing waste and ensuring adequate stock for essential items.
- Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Managed patient flow, ensuring timely appointments and minimizing disruptions to the daily schedule.
- Served as liaison between physicians and outside specialists, establishing strong professional relationships that benefited patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records, contributing to seamless coordination among healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans that led to better health outcomes.
- Coordinated referrals and follow-up appointments, supporting continuity of care for patients with complex needs.
- Mentored new nursing staff members as they transitioned into their roles within the office setting.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Medication Nurse
Huntington Healthcare and Rehab
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids using EMAR to note times, types and amounts of medications for each patient.
- Measured and recorded patients' weight, height, blood pressure, pulse and respiration.
- Answered patient call signals, intercom system notifications and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate care and effective communication during medication rounds.
- Promoted continuity of care by effectively communicating any changes in patients'' medications or conditions to other healthcare professionals involved in their treatment plan.
- Provided support during emergency situations involving medications, such as administering lifesaving drugs or managing adverse drug reactions under pressure.
- Monitored patients closely following the introduction of new medications, quickly identifying adverse reactions or complications requiring intervention.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations and facility policies regarding controlled substances by adhering to strict storage, administration, and documentation procedures.
- Ensured proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to accurate medical records for each patient.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail in the administration process.
- Increased efficiency in medication distribution by maintaining an organized and up-to-date medication cart.
- Assisted physicians with prescription renewals, ensuring timely access to necessary medications for patients.
- Improved patient medication adherence by providing clear instructions and addressing concerns.
- Contributed to a safe nursing environment by adhering to infection control protocols during medication administration.
Memory Care Nurse
Colonial Pines Healthcare
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening.
- Optimized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively and provide consistent attention to multiple patients simultaneously.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate records of patient medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Consistently received positive feedback from patients and families for providing exceptional care, compassion, and professionalism during their healthcare experiences.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical and emotional well-being to inform care decisions.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Implemented best practices in fall prevention strategies, significantly reducing the number of falls among assigned patients.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and infection-free environment for all patients in the facility.
- Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
LVN Floor Nurse
Oak Manor Nuring and Rehab
05.2015 - 11.2019
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized nursing plans and effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during difficult times.
- Examined and treated patients' injuries and pressure wounds to promote healing.
- Delivered treatments and direct nursing care according to physicians' orders in Long Term Care environment.
- Coped effectively with mental and emotional challenges of positions by remaining centered on patients' needs and delivering quality care.
- Streamlined workflow processes by efficiently managing time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressings, vital sign monitoring, and medication administration.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering treatments and medications.
- Applied evidence-based practice principles to deliver accurate and effective nursing interventions, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Administered basic patient care and treatments by dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas and performing catheterizations.
- Communicated effectively with patients and family members to convey important instructions and discuss treatments.
- Supported patients in completing activities of daily living such as dressing, grooming and shower assistance.
- Modified patient health treatment plans by observing patient conditions and responses.
Education
Vocational Nursing
Panola College
Carthage, TX12-2010
Garrison High School
Garrison, TX05-2002
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Electronic health records proficiency
- Research and data collection
- Continuous learning commitment
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Delegation and supervision
- Care planning
- Goal setting
- Care plan development
- Policy and procedure development
- Strategic planning
- Staff training
- Patient advocacy
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Regulatory Compliance Knowledge
- Long-term care experience
- Geriatric nursing expertise
- Stress management techniques
- MDS software familiarity
- Clinical assessment expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational skills
Interests
Timeline
LVN Floor Nurse
Colonial Pines Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Office Nurse
Hospice in the Pines
09.2023 - 07.2024
Medication Nurse
Huntington Healthcare and Rehab
03.2023 - 09.2023
Memory Care Nurse
Colonial Pines Healthcare
11.2021 - 03.2023
LVN Floor Nurse
Oak Manor Nuring and Rehab
05.2015 - 11.2019
Vocational Nursing
Panola College
Garrison High School
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