Breanne Hall, BSN, RN, CAPA

Swedish Orthopedic Institute First Hill

• Transition to permanent staff member as secondary Charge Nurse for the Surgical Orthopedic pre/phase II unit.
• Daily department scheduling for preop and phase II staff.
• Proven exceptional communication skills among team members including anesthesia, surgeons, OR, PACU, and family members.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.

Swedish Orthopedic Institute First Hill

• Charge Nurse experience.
• Preop/phase II.
• Ratio 1:3
• EHR: Epic
• Prep inpatient and outpatient orthopedic surgical patients with highlight in comprehensive total joint program. Phase II recovery.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment..
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.

Gritman Medical Center

• Charge Nurse experience
• Preceptor experience
• Preop/PACU/phase II
• Trauma Level: IV Critical Access Facility
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• On call experience
• Peds experience
• Preop/phase I/phase II include: general, colorectal, ortho, OB/GYN, ENT, head/neck, endoscopy, urology, pain management.
• EHR: Paragon
• Collaborated with physicians and anesthesia to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.

Monterey Peninsula Surgery Center

Outpatient Surgery Center

• Charge Nurse experience.
• Preop/phase I/phase II
• Patient ratio 1:2
• Unit bed count: 10
• EHR: NA-paper charting
• Laparoscopic general, ortho, GYN, head/neck, ENT, major plastics, pain, podiatry, opthalmology, urology, neuro-spine, extended care stay for total joints and open GYN cases.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care in a fast paced environment.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.

Sutter Roseville Medical Center

• Surgical Preparation Area/PACU
• Trauma Level: II
• Patient Ratio: 1:2/1:1
• Unit bed count: 15
• EHR: Epic
• Prep/recovery cases include: IP/OP Cath Lab, IR, thoracic, endovascular, general, GYN, ortho, major neuro-spine, neuro/trauma (recovery and boarding during pandemic), urology, endoscopy, bariatrics, vascular.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.

• Primary charge: IP/OP preop, PACU, phase II, endoscopy, pre-admission, manometry, cardiac procedures.
• Trauma level: III Critical Access Facility
• Scheduling and staffing
• Chosen to float to OR to assist anesthesia with high acuity cases.
• Call experience.
• Quickly acclimated to care of vented patients for emergency response and support to CCU for Covid pandemic.
• Implementation EHR department updates with I.T and Nursing Analytics team to increase efficacy in alignment with ASPAN standards.
• Developed strong relationships with physicians to facilitate collaboration in delivering high-quality patient care across disciplines.
• Planned, executed, directed, evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality of care and patient safety.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.

• Preop, PACU, phase II, endoscopy, conscious sedation, same day medical cardiac procedures (dobutamine echocardiograms, cardioversions), special procedure nurse (nerve blocks, blood patches).
• Trauma Level: III Critical Access Facility.
• Lead preceptor.
• Cases: minor/major general, neuro-spine, ortho, HEENT, OB/GYN, endoscopy, bariatrics, podiatry, minor/major plastics, minor thoracic (VATs, chest tube inserts).
• On call experience.
• Chosen to be secondary Charge Nurse 1 year after getting hired in department.
• Chosen as lead RN for manometry studies. Implemented new policy and procedure; specialized training in the sterile processing procedures for manometry equipment.
• Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
• Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
• Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care.

• Trauma Level: II
• Patient Ratio: 1:4-5
• Unit bed count: 62
• EHR: Cerner
• Preceptor experience.
• Completion of New Graduate Training Program, demonstration of proficiency in basic nursing skills and specialty skills.
• Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Primary staff nurse of a group to 4-5 patients; medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, admission, discharges, transfers in and out of unit.

Comprehensive Care Center

• Relief House Supervisor
• Scheduling, Staffing of LVNS, CNAs, and RNAs.
• Transcription of paper orders to EHR.
• Provide support to families during end of life care.
• Obtain ordered labwork.
• Management of CVC/PICC/IV antibiotic therapy/TPN therapy for LVNs on shift.
• Excellent communication skills among residents, families, physicians, and other staff members.
• Streamlined nursing operations by implementing effective scheduling, assigning appropriate staffing levels, and monitoring performance.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Managed critical incidents effectively through rapid assessment, intervention planning, and resource allocation, ensuring optimal outcomes for all involved parties.

Comprehensive Care Center

• SNF/LTC
• Patient Ratio: 1:10 SNF/1:25 LTC
• Lead to fellow LVNs on shift.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Hospice and palliative care experience.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environment.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Comprehensive Care Center

• Long Term Care in a 110 bed facility
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses of a group of 25 residents.
• Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
• Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.

Comprehensive Care Center

• Promoted to CNA II after 1 year
• Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity to a group of 10-12 SNF residents with varying ailments including stroke, myocardial infarction, varying amounts of orthopedic post op surgery, major wound care needs, and hospice/post mortem.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
• Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.