Brandy Titus
Austin,TX
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong commitment to delivering patient-centered care and advocating for the well-being of all individuals. Seeking a role that utilizes clinical expertise in patient education, routine procedures, and effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Eager to make a positive impact on community health while advancing career through pursuing a Master's in Psychiatric Nursing. Ultimate goal is to support and empower individuals facing mental health challenges, believing in the importance of holistic care and promoting overall well-being.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical RN, Triage RN, TVFC Primary Coordinator
ADC Leander Pediatric Clinic
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for triaging pediatric patients including assessment, care plan, education, scheduling, and maintaining a thorough and accurate health record
- Responsible for vaccination counseling, administration, and ordering
- Quality control for Sysmex CBC equipment
- Primary coordinator for Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC)
- Receives and manages all patient calls and portal requests in a timely manner, ensuring all calls are returned by the end of the business day
- Prioritizes phone calls and patient inquiries using clinical judgment, triages calls, and determines best course of action
- Determines the need for same day appointments and schedules appointments within provider guidelines
- Orders lab and diagnostic imaging and provides thorough explanation and physician recommendations
- Reiterates plan of care, including when to call back for re-evaluation
- Completes documentation to promote continuity of care
- Patient intake, and vitals assessment
- Administration of antibiotics, medications, and vaccinations per doctor's orders
- Educates patients and family on procedures, medications, and health promotion
- Processes referrals through Leading Reach and ensures the patient and family know who they are being referred to
- Collection of blood samples for newborn screens, CBC, and bilirubin
- Abbott ID NOW Flu, RSV, Covid, and Strep testing
- Promotes quality care and customer satisfaction
Owner, LMT
Austin Trigger Point
08.2002 - Current
- Consult with clients to assess needs and determine an appropriate course of action
- Integrated new techniques into massage sessions to ensure clients received best possible treatment
- Official Massage Therapist to the Texas Stars Hockey Club 2015-2017
- Created and maintained a positive environment for clients
RN, Med-Surg Oncology unit
Ascension Dell Seton UT
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: Not-for-profit teaching hospital
- Managed daily caseload of up to 5 patients in a not-for-profit teaching hospital
- Supervised PCT's in providing direct patient care
- Monitored patient vital signs, collected blood samples, administered medication in accordance with physician treatment plans
- Assisted patients with ADL's, performed physical assessments, admissions and discharges
- Promoted continuum of care through documentation and detailed communication with healthcare providers for patients transitioning to new settings such as critical care, skilled nursing facility, inpatient rehabilitation, and home health
- Created individualized care plans for patients by assessing physical, functional, and psychosocial factors from admission through discharge
- Calculated dosages with accuracy and administered medication through multiple methods, including oral, intravenous (IV), central line, topical, and infusion
- Supported skills and professional development of future registered nurses (RN) by serving as a mentor for current nursing school students during their clinical days
- Not-for-profit teaching hospital
SI Leader, Pharmacology tutor
Austin Community College
01.2019 - 05.2022
- Pharmacology Supplemental Instruction Leader - organized and facilitated peer guided group study
- Tutoring Health Sciences students in pharmacology, dosage calculations, and level 1 nursing
- Helped prepare prospective nursing students to take the HESI exam
Education
Bachelors of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
08.2024
Associates of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
05.2022
Licensed Massage Therapist - Coursework in Anatomy & Physiology, medical contraindications, various therapeutic massage modalities, hydrotherapy, cold and heat application, business management, and marketing
Texas Healing Arts Institute
08.2002
Skills
- IV drug therapy management
- Mobility assistance
- Physical examinations
- Medication administration
- TVFC Coordinator
- EHR proficiency
- Infection control standards
- Referral coordination
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Medical and clinical procedures comprehension
- Specimen collection and processing proficiency
- Strong ethics
- Cultural sensitivity
- Broad knowledge of medical terminology
- Patient advocate
- Patient education
- Enthusiastic caregiver
- Therapeutic communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Pediatric triage
Accomplishments
Graduated Phi Theta Kappa
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers CPR and AED certification
- Registered Nurse # 1080217
- Texas Licensed Massage Therapist # MT034422
Associations
- ADNSA (Associates Degree Nursing Student Association)
- ANA (American Nurses Association)
- ABMP (Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals)
- Phi Theta Kappa
Timeline
Clinical RN, Triage RN, TVFC Primary Coordinator
ADC Leander Pediatric Clinic
01.2023 - Current
RN, Med-Surg Oncology unit
Ascension Dell Seton UT
07.2022 - 12.2022
SI Leader, Pharmacology tutor
Austin Community College
01.2019 - 05.2022
Owner, LMT
Austin Trigger Point
08.2002 - Current
Associates of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
Licensed Massage Therapist - Coursework in Anatomy & Physiology, medical contraindications, various therapeutic massage modalities, hydrotherapy, cold and heat application, business management, and marketing
Texas Healing Arts Institute
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers CPR and AED certification
- Registered Nurse # 1080217
- Texas Licensed Massage Therapist # MT034422
Bachelors of Applied Science Degree - Nursing
Austin Community College
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