Briana Brown

06/DEC/2023-Current

• Postpartum/Antepartum Nurse
• Travel RN; Full-time 36 hrs/week
• Postpartum nurse to patient ratio 1:6
• Antepartum nurse to patient ratio 1:3
• Level 1 trauma center
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Initiated the administration of magnesium sulfate to antepartum patients who experience fetal distress, premature labor, or pre-eclampsia.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Implemented appropriate interventions in response to fetal distress or maternal complications during antepartum care.
• Enhanced patient care by closely monitoring high-risk antepartum patients and providing timely interventions.
• Decreased patient anxiety through clear communication of medical information, treatment plans, and addressing uncertainties related to high-risk pregnancy situations.
• Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
• Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
• Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.

17/OCT/2017 - 01/DEC/2023

• Postpartum/Antepartum Nurse
• Full-time 36 hrs/week
• Nurse to patient ratio 1:6
• Level 1 trauma center
• Monitored and assessed mothers and newborns after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
• Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Advocated for parents during times of stress by offering listening ear and providing insight into care.
• Promoted a positive work environment through effective teamwork, open communication, and strong leadership skills.

01/MAR/2017 - 01/OCT/2017

• Nursing Assistant
• Per diem; 24-36 hrs/week
• Level 2 trauma center
• Provide safe, caring, and compassionate patient care to oncology patient and immunocompromised patient
• Care responsibilities include assisting with ADL activities, vital signs, and blood glucose checks
• Maintain isolation precautions to neutropenic patients
• Active, engaged, and supportive member of oncology nursing team

01/JUN/2015 - 01/AUG/2017

• Float Nursing Assistant
• Per Diem 24 hrs/week
• Level 2 trauma center
• Provide safe, caring, and compassionate patient care within nursing assistant job description to patient recovering from orthopedic surgeries and injuries, and patients with strokes, brain injuries, multiple sclerosis and ALS
• Care responsibilities include assisting with ADL activities, feeding with precautions and transporting patients to and from therapies
• Active, engaged and supportive member of rehabilitation nursing team