Brett Walczak
Oconomowoc,WI
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, specializing in wound care and critical care management. Expert in management of chronic and acute wounds, and known for exceptional clinical judgment and a professional bedside manner. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient healing times and satisfaction through compassionate, holistic care and advanced critical thinking.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
2020.03 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Evaluated patients'' wounds and recommended appropriate treatments, expediting the healing process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Communicated effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and understanding throughout their treatment journey.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Aurora St Luke Medical Center
2017.01 - 2020.03
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Safely titrated vasoactive medications according to hemodynamic parameters, optimizing blood pressure management for critically ill patients.
- Educated family members on post-discharge care instructions and available community resources, facilitating smooth transitions from acute care settings to home environments.
- Acted as a resource for other nursing staff regarding neurological conditions and best practices in care, elevating overall knowledge levels within the hospital.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI12.2016
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Wound Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Critical Care
- Precepting
- Team Coordination
- Patient Assessments
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Chronic Disease Management
- Shared governance
- IV Ultrasound
- LUNA Operator
Accomplishments
- Nurse Excellence Award recipient - Neuro ICU 2020
- Rising Star Award recipient - Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine 2021
- Awarded Aurora Star for recognition of myocardial infarction in post surgical patient in the ICU.
- Awarded Daisy for compassionate care of pediatric patient while treating in hyperbaric chamber.
Certification
CHRN - Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center
2020.03 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Aurora St Luke Medical Center
2017.01 - 2020.03
Associate of Science - Nursing
Milwaukee Area Technical College
CHRN - Certified Hyperbaric Registered Nurse
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