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Brianna O'Donnell

Franklin,WI

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Aurora Health Care, adept in medication administration and leading nursing staff. Demonstrated excellence in enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective coordination. Skilled in patient assessments and care plan development, significantly contributing to a positive work environment and improved patient outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Aurora Health Care
08.2019 - 10.2024
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Aurora Health Care
06.2012 - 08.2019
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Herzing University
Brookfield, WI
09.2018

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Wound Care
  • Care Plan Development

Additional Information

I am relocating from Milwaukee to Pensacola in October of 2024. I studied at the Milwaukee VA hospital during one of my clinicals.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Aurora Health Care
08.2019 - 10.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Aurora Health Care
06.2012 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Herzing University
Brianna O'Donnell