Hardworking nursing professional bringing 7 years of experience delivering exceptional care, with experience in neuro med-surg and wound care. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
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Briann Gibson
Shiloh,GA
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Memorial University Medical CenterSavannah , GA
Registered Nurse-Wound Care
12.2020 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Assessed and treated draining of wounds and burns.
- Maintained impeccable hospital cleanliness and sanitation for most effective treatment of wounds.
- Designed pouch systems to assist in wound draining and recovery.
- Maintained comprehensive understanding of genitourinary, gastrointestinal and integumentary systems and provided treatment for wounds impacting them.
- Disseminated instructions for primary home caregivers and patients in preparation for discharge from hospital.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies.
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Memorial University Medical CenterSavannah, GA
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
04.2019 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Worked 24-36 hours/week
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Successfully completed nurse residency program.
- Efficiently used time-management to provide excellent care for 5-6 assigned patients during each shift.
Austin Peay State UniversityClarksville, TN
Student Worker
03.2015 - 08.2016
Job overview
- Collected and entered student documents and eligibility information into student file.
- Provided clerical support to Office of Veterans Affairs at Austin Peay Main Campus.
- Greeted Veterans, dependents and active duty service members with a smile and offer of assistance with eligibility requirements and information regarding utilization of education benefits.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.
Gap Inc.Clarksville, TN
Sales Associate
10.2013 - 11.2015
Job overview
- Worked collaboratively in team environment to prepare merchandise for sales floor.
- Greeted customers and ascertained customers' needs.
- Prioritized and accomplished wide range of tasks each shift.
- Monitored entrances, exits and fitting rooms for signs of theft.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain the visual appeal of the store.
United States Air ForceColorado Springs, CO
Aircraft Fuel System Craftsman
11.2005 - 09.2013
Job overview
- Provided mentorship and training to new employees with initial, periodic and annual feedback.
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.
- Maintained compliance with Air Force standards to perform all maintenance activities.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Identified and resolved equipment shortages.
- Performed as a rescue team member during situational training exercises for removal of personnel from hazardous environments.
Education
Austin Peay State UniversityClarksville, TN
from Bachelor of Science in Nursing
2018
University Overview
Skills
- Preventative Health
- Intravenous Therapy
- Feeding Assistance
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Personal Care Needs
Community Involvement
Community Involvement
- Student Nurses Association Clarksville, TN
- Participated in the 2014 & 2016 annual 24-hour walk/run for the TACP Association Clarksville, TN
- Provided an interactive presentation to kindergarten-first graders about halloween safety Clarksville, TN
Certification
- American Heart Association BLS certification expires 03/23
- Guided Imagery Certification
- Patient Safety IHI Certification
- Sigma Theta Thau Nurse Manager Certification
- Registered Nurse in Georgia, License number RN281445
Clinical Experience
Clinical Experience
Austin Peay State University
NURS 4061 Adult Health II Clinical (Spring 2018)
- Jenny Stuart Medical Center ICU & ER Hopkinsville, KY (80 hours)
NURS 4051 Community Health Clinical (Fall 2017)
- Pennyroyal Hospice Hopkinsville, KY (8 hours)
- Jenny Stuart Home Health Hopkinsville, KY (8 hours)
- Senior Circle of Friends Day Center Clarksville, TN (30 hours)
NURS 4041 Maternal Child Clinical (Fall 2017)
- Tennova Healthcare Clarksville, TN (32 hours)
- Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt Medical Center (32 hours)
NURS 3071Adult Health I Clinical (Spring 2017)
- North Crest Medical Center Medical/Surgical Springfield, TN (80 hours)
- North Crest Medical Center Same Day Surgery Springfield, TN (8 hours)
NURS 3061 Psych/Mental Health (Fall 2016)
- Cumberland Hall Hospital Hopkinsville, KY (53 hours)
- Middle TN State University Guided Imagery Advanced Training (8 hours)
- Phoenix Recovery Center at Christian County Jail Hopkinsville, KY (8 hours)
NURS 2031 Intro into Nursing Clinical (Spring 2016)
- Signature Healthcare Clarksville, TN (48 hours)
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Wound Care
Memorial University Medical Center
12.2020 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Memorial University Medical Center
04.2019 - 12.2020
Student Worker
Austin Peay State University
03.2015 - 08.2016
Sales Associate
Gap Inc.
10.2013 - 11.2015
Aircraft Fuel System Craftsman
United States Air Force
11.2005 - 09.2013
Austin Peay State University
from Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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