Brenda Ready
MercyOne Genesis DeWitt
Clinton,IA
2027
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in clinical leadership, care coordination, and direct patient care. Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making in complex settings. Skilled in coordinating multidisciplinary care, advocating for patients, and leading teams to improve outcomes. Experienced in managing care transitions, ensuring continuity, and addressing barriers to care. Known for strong communication, compassion, and commitment to high-quality nursing care.
Work History
Charge Nurse
9 Years 8 Months- Charge Nurse of the Medical Surgical unit for the last 7 years. Staff nurse for 3 years on MEd-surg and the Operating Room.
- Care Coordination working with Interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient’s care across different providers, departments, and settings to ensure the patient receives quality care and has a safe transition after discharge.
- Managed staffing schedules effectively, balancing workload and clinical demands.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Contributed in Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
- Monitored compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring adherence to best practices.
Clinic Registered Nurse
- Worked in many specialized areas including Family Practice, Cardiology, Podiatry, Obstetrics and Float areas to include Orthopedics, Surgery and Pediatrics.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Performed nursing assessments for DOT employment physicals
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing
Skills
Clinical leadership providing staff management
staff education and training
Care Management providing Interdisciplinary collaboration
Direct patient care focusing on safety and patient advocacy
Strong clinical judgment with critical thinking skills
Compassionate and caring
Accomplishments
- NIMS IS 700.a National Incident Management System Certification with HICS IS 100a and 200a
- Participated in FEMA radiation drills, EM Active shooter and mass casuality events in the hospital
- Professional Leadership courses
- Member of the Camanche-DeWitt Coalition to prevent youth substance abuse
- Multiple committees focusing on safety, patient experience, education and product analysis.
Timeline
Charge Nurse
MercyOne Genesis DeWitt
12.2016 - CurrentRead More
Clinic Registered Nurse
Medical Associates
1994 - 12.2016Read More
Clinton Community College
Associates Degree in Nursing
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