Brandy Watkins

Emergency room staff nurse 08/2021 - 08/2022

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs working in a level III trauma center.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.

Perioperative nurse (pre-op, post anesthesia, phase II)

04/2022 - present

• Prepared patients for various type surgeries and procedures by obtaining health history, surgical history and review of medications.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

• Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring vital signs and fetal heart rate during labor.
• Educated expectant mothers on prenatal health, labor stages, pain management options, and postpartum care.
• Mentored new nursing staff in the labor and delivery unit, fostering a culture of professional growth and continuous learning.
• Reduced complications during childbirth by recognizing early signs of distress and promptly initiating appropriate interventions.
• Enhanced teamwork among nursing staff through effective communication, collaboration, and constructive feedback in high-stress situations.
• Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
• Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
• Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.

2014 - 2021 Obstetric triage nurse

• Managed triage clinic the last seven years of my employment. Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
• Performed routine testing and lab work on antepartum patients. Communicate with physicians and appropriate team members.
• Improved patient satisfaction by providing empathetic and compassionate care during labor and delivery.

• Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
• Worked independently screening patients at other facilities to determine if qualified for inpatient rehabilitation.
• Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
• Planned and executed events and marketing programs to increase qualified leads.