BRANDY MERRIHEW
Ravenna,NE
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Compassionate Director of Nursing with proven ability to lead teams in delivering patient-centered care while maintaining operational efficiency. Specialize in clinical management, healthcare compliance, and staff development. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Director of Nursing
CHI Health St. Francis
Grand Island, Nebraska
01.2020 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and compliance with standards.
- Mentored nursing staff to improve skills and foster a supportive work environment.
- Assessed competency of clinical staff to promote quality, continuity, and safety.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by nurses related to any adverse events that occurred during their shift.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Resolved conflicts among staff members in a professional manner while maintaining positive working relationships.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing potential employees and making hiring decisions when appropriate.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Five Star Senior Living
North Platte, Nebraska
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage for patient needs.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives to enhance service delivery standards.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
- Ensured proper orientation of new hires as well as ongoing training for existing staff members.
- Assessed staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
- Maintained accurate records of staffing assignments and patient data according to established guidelines.
Clinical Nurse
CHI Health St. Francis
Grand Island, Nebraska
07.2013 - 08.2017
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to physicians.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness techniques.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Trained new nursing staff on clinical procedures and safety standards.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
LPN Charge Nurse
Great Plains Regional Medical Center
North Platte, Nebraska
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care activities.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses and reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop and implement care plans.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on protocols and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois City, IL08-2024
Associates Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Mid-Plains Community College
North Platte05-2013
LPN-C - Nursing
Mid-Plains Community College
North Platte, NE05-2010
LPN - Practical Nursing
CCC
Kearney, NE05-2002
High School Diploma -
Ravenna High School
Ravenna, NE05-1999
Skills
- Patient care quality
- Compliance standards
- Staff recruitment
- Performance evaluations
- Incident report management
- Healthcare regulations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Communication skills
- Staff scheduling
- Nurse education and training
- Direct patient care
- Employee coaching
- Nursing staff supervision
- Policies compliance enforcement
- Patient safety protocols
- Long-term care
Certification
Primary Infection Prevention Course-LTC track
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Nursing
CHI Health St. Francis
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Director of Nursing
Five Star Senior Living
08.2017 - 01.2020
Clinical Nurse
CHI Health St. Francis
07.2013 - 08.2017
LPN Charge Nurse
Great Plains Regional Medical Center
08.2008 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associates Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Mid-Plains Community College
LPN-C - Nursing
Mid-Plains Community College
LPN - Practical Nursing
CCC
High School Diploma -
Ravenna High School