Breanna Presnell
Rogers,AR
Summary
Registered nurse with ICU experience specializing in high-acuity patient management and rapid intervention during emergencies. Proven ability to communicate clearly, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and advocate for patient needs. Pursuing position in oncology to apply critical care skills while building expertise in new disease processes and treatment plans through continuous study.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - ICU
Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas
Rogers, AR
07.2026 - Current
- Role responsibilities aligned with items listed below
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (PRN position)
NWA Forensic Nurse Team
Springdale, AR
06.2026 - Current
- Conduct forensic examinations, collect evidence, document injuries, and complete photography.
- Administer medications and prophylaxis according to standing protocols.
- Collect laboratory specimens according to standing protocols.
- Preserve chain of custody for all evidence and samples.
- Coordinate and consult with multidisciplinary team partners.
- Provide courtroom testimony as fact or expert witness.
- Take part in case reviews and pre- and post-forensic interview staffings as needed.
- Follow confidentiality requirements and ethical standards.
- Take part in quality assurance reviews.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
Fort Smith, AR
02.2024 - 06.2026
- Floated to other units as needed to support staffing coverage.
- Administered critical care medications and tracked patient responses.
- Worked with multidisciplinary teams to build individualized care plans based on patient needs.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with health care team members, patients, and families.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of vital signs and overall patient status.
- Operated advanced medical equipment for life support and monitoring.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and recovery steps.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families during high-stress situations.
- Recorded patient care accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Performed airway management procedures, including tracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation management.
- Applied evidence-based practice guidelines to support quality patient outcomes.
- Reviewed laboratory results and diagnostic tests for accuracy and took action when needed.
- Administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood products, and other prescribed therapies.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient condition under direct supervision.
- Delivered compassionate care to families of critically ill patients.
- Assessed pain control needs based on individual findings.
- Advocated for critically ill patients by protecting rights during ICU stay.
Outpatient and Emergency Room Patient Access/Lead
Mercy Hospital
Rogers, AR
07.2019 - 07.2023
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR12.2019
Skills
- Emotional support for patients and families
- Advanced life support
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Ventilator management
- Intravenous therapy
- Medication titration
- Pain management
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- EHR - Epic
- Care planning
- Critical thinking under stress
- Effective communication in person and on the phone
- Time management
- Patient and family education
- Patient advocacy
- Nursing judgment
Certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Basic Life Support
• Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring
• NIHSS
• Moderate Sedation
• TNCC
• Basic Life Support
• Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring
• NIHSS
• Moderate Sedation
• TNCC
Activities
- Accelerated Nursing Program
- Student Nursing Association
- Daisy Award Nominee (x2)
- Arkansas Forensic Nurse Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse - ICU
Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas
07.2026 - Current
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (PRN position)
NWA Forensic Nurse Team
06.2026 - Current
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
02.2024 - 06.2026
Outpatient and Emergency Room Patient Access/Lead
Mercy Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Arkansas