Brandyn Bowers
Lugoff,SC
Summary
Experienced and dedicated professional providing exceptional patient care in high-volume settings. Demonstrates strong clinical skills and utilizes nursing process to assess, implement, and evaluate care in a collaborative environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia , SC
2022.07 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department PRN
MUSC Kershaw County Medical
Camden , SC
2021.04 - 2024.07
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the Emergency Department setting.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prisma Health Baptist
Columbia , SC
2021.03 - 2023.07
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care outcomes were achieved.
- Performed initial assessment of patients in the Emergency Department, including vital signs and medical history.
- Facilitated discharge planning process to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Participated in educational activities such as seminars or classes related to emergency nursing practices.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
Hospice Registered Nurse
Compassionate Care Hospice
Columbia , SC
2019.07 - 2021.03
- Conducted daily visits to assess the needs of hospice patients in their homes or nursing facilities.
- Educated family members about end of life care options for the patient.
- Performed physical assessments including wound care, skin integrity checks, catheter changes and care, IV therapy administration and other clinical skills as needed.
- Provided emotional support to family members while they cope with a loved one's terminal illness.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including social workers, chaplains, pharmacists and dieticians on behalf of hospice patients.
- Responded quickly to urgent calls regarding symptom management or emergency situations.
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Columbia , SC
2017.05 - 2019.07
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy of information entered by nursing staff members prior to physician review.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members through effective communication techniques.
- Facilitated a safe working environment by addressing potential hazards promptly before they became an issue.
- Monitored staffing levels throughout shifts and made adjustments based on patient acuity levels.
- Actively participated in educational activities designed to increase knowledge base related to nursing practice.
- Responded quickly during emergency situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Charge Registered Nurse, Telemetry
MUSC Kershaw County Medical
Camden , SC
2012.09 - 2019.07
- Implemented infection control practices throughout the unit in accordance with established guidelines.
- Acted as a preceptor for new nurses transitioning into specialty areas of practice.
- Identified educational opportunities for nurses related to professional development goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease process and self-care management techniques.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital
Sumter , SC
2010.08 - 2012.09
- Supported family members throughout the course of a child's illness by providing emotional support.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members while providing support services such as referrals to specialists.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including patient education on follow-up care and medication management.
- Educated parents and guardians on home care procedures, medication administration, and health maintenance.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter, SC2010-08
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection Control
- Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Medication and IV administration
- Diabetes management
- IV drug therapy management
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Catheter monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Compassionate and Caring
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Basic Arrhythmias Certification
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Prisma Health Richland
2022.07 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department PRN
MUSC Kershaw County Medical
2021.04 - 2024.07
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prisma Health Baptist
2021.03 - 2023.07
Hospice Registered Nurse
Compassionate Care Hospice
2019.07 - 2021.03
Registered Nurse House Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
2017.05 - 2019.07
Charge Registered Nurse, Telemetry
MUSC Kershaw County Medical
2012.09 - 2019.07
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital
2010.08 - 2012.09
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Carolina Technical College
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Basic Arrhythmias Certification
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
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