Brendan Schuckert
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive cardiac/progressive care experience at Morton Plant Hospital, skilled in telemetry monitoring and patient assessment. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to health promotion and discharge planning, ensuring optimal recovery and well-being for diverse patient populations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PCU
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
11.2023 - Current
- BLS, ACLS, NIH, and PCIP Certifications
- Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and reporting changes to supervising nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Provided support in administering medications and treatments as directed by physicians.
- Engaged with patients to provide emotional support and address concerns during recovery.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge of procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures within the unit.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
Patient Care Technician, PCU
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
04.2016 - 10.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Telemetry Monitor Technician - Monitor patients' cardiac rhythms using telemetry equipment, interpret and document arrhythmias and other anomalies, and communicate any changes or irregularities to nursing and medical staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Morton Plant Rehabilitation
02.2012 - 04.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lexington Health Care and Rehabilitation
03.2009 - 02.2012
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg, FL05-2023
Vocational Nursing Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Pinellas Technical College
St. Petersburg12-2015
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Florida Medical Prep
Pinellas Park, FL02-2009
High School Diploma -
Admiral Farragut Academy
St. Petersburg, FL05-2006
Skills
- Progressive Care Internship Program - Baycare
- Trained as Charge RN
- Clinical Nurse Preceptor Level 2
- Clinical judgment
- Chest tube management
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Medication administration
- Time management & Problem Solving
- Diabetes management
- Behavioral health
- Discharge planning
- Cardiac care
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Heart failure assessment
- Student precepting
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PCU
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
11.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician, PCU
Morton Plant Hospital, Baycare Health System
04.2016 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Morton Plant Rehabilitation
02.2012 - 04.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lexington Health Care and Rehabilitation
03.2009 - 02.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
Vocational Nursing Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Pinellas Technical College
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Florida Medical Prep
High School Diploma -
Admiral Farragut Academy