Brianna Eberhardt
Ashland,NE
Summary
Attentive and organized ICU Staff Nurse versed in coordinating unit workflow to meet patient demands in emergent trauma care environments. Assesses and advocates for unit needs. Astute problem-solver with almost 5 years of direct patient care experience. 2 years of charge nurse experience in various settings/floors. Proficient with Epic EMR system and discharge planning/problem solving expertise. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive, team-player attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals with a strong work ethic.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Trauma ICU
Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy
2021.11 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth
- Facilitated communication between members of interdisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcomes
- Readied rooms, supplies and instruments for upcoming procedures and expected patients
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance in a fast paced environment
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
Charge Nurse, Medical Surgical Floor
Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy
2020.05 - 2021.11
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, rehabilitative facility, or self-care
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create higher satisfaction
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels
- Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security often to de-escalate situations
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly
Registered Nurse, M/S Ortho
Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy
2019.05 - 2020.05
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations
Senior Quality Assurance Specialist
Globe Life & Accident Insurance Co.
2011.03 - 2019.05
- Communicated with clients to gather health history
- Maintained organized client and application records
- Resolved customer inquiries, complaints and issues providing insightful solutions
- Met productivity and quality KPI targets while delivering excellent customer service
Education
Certifications & Continuing Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
IWCC
04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN08.2025
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient assessment
- Verbal communication
- Prioritization
- Care and discharge planning
- EMR systems (Epic)
- Critical care
- Delegation and Motivation
- Issue Resolution
- Care Coordination
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Team Leadership
- Acute care expertise
- Team Management
Awards
Daisy Award Nominee August 2020
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Trauma ICU
Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy
2021.11 - Current
Charge Nurse, Medical Surgical Floor
Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy
2020.05 - 2021.11
Registered Nurse, M/S Ortho
Creighton University Medical Center-Bergan Mercy
2019.05 - 2020.05
Senior Quality Assurance Specialist
Globe Life & Accident Insurance Co.
2011.03 - 2019.05
Certifications & Continuing Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
IWCC
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
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