Brianna Ridgley
Bullard
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse bringing 8 years of treating patients and coordinating care with other healthcare staff. Proven history of leveraging critical thinking, analysis and medical knowledge to deliver superior care in high-pressure environments. Prioritizes clinical and operational tasks in fast-paced emergency medicine settings. Able to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Ensured continuity of care by thoroughly documenting vital information in electronic health records systems for seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Delivered culturally competent care to diverse populations, adapting communication styles as needed for optimal understanding between parties involved.
- Optimized resource utilization in the ER by managing supplies inventory levels and identifying opportunities to reduce waste.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the emergency department, contributing ideas for process enhancements based on clinical experiences and patient feedback.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System
03.2020 - Current
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected patient demands.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances
03.2018 - Current
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Improved care outcomes with proactive education, communication and guidance for patients and family members.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet each patients' unique needs.
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Delivered quality patient care from admission to discharge through direct supervision of all nursing and ancillary staff.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Offered clinical leadership and oversight to 23-bed acute care medical-surgical unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
- Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Documented and evaluated effectiveness of care plans and interventions.
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient admissions and hospital discharges to various settings, including home care, rehabilitation or self-care.
- Monitored patient status and treatment progress, reporting observations to physicians.
- Led 10 team unit, promoting quality care for up to 23 patients per day.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens and pain management techniques.
School Nurse
Bullard ISD
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
- Oversaw health services for school of 400 students and faculty.
- Participated in development of school safety plans to address areas of concern.
- Provided medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Educated students on various health topics to promote overall health and wellbeing.
- Provided support to students with special needs and disabilities to deliver appropriate care and meet educational needs.
- Implemented emergency protocols in medical emergencies to promote safety for students and staff.
- Screened for infectious diseases to help prevent spreading within school community.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Rusk State Hospital
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Trinity Mother Frances
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions and transfer files.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate efficient movements and related paperwork.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Education
Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
TylerMaster of Science - Public Health Nursing
Aspen University
Denver, CO07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX08.2016
Skills
- Medical records management
- Medication administration
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient Management
- Diabetes management
- Medication and IV administration
- Computerized charting specialist
- Triaging patient concerns
- Staff Development and Precepting
- IV drug therapy management
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Intake and discharge
- Medication administration expert
- HIPAA proficiency
- Preparing for surgeries
- Collecting medical specimens
- Safely disposing of needles
- Dressing wounds
- Administering medications
- Team management
- Team building
- First Aid/CPR
- ACLS
- Critical Thinking
- Nursing Consultation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Care Assessment
- Patient Examination
- Clear Patient Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Compassionate and Caring
- Preventive Healthcare
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Student Health Evaluation
- Accurate Documentation
- Hearing and Vision Screening
- Acute Illness Recognition
- Emergency Service Coordination
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Immunization Record Review
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Infection Control Measures
- Seizure Disorders
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Crisis Intervention
- Emergency Care
- EMR Systems
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Behavioral Evaluations
- Suicide Awareness Training
- Child Health Education
- Family Education
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Infection Control
- Patient Health Information Access
- Hearing Screenings
- Health Care Consultation
- Microsoft Office
- EMS Charting
- Emergency Health Planning
- Student Care Management
- Alternative Treatments
- Update Electronic Charts
- Disaster Site Triaging
- Patient Care Oversight
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System
02.2024 - Current
School Nurse
Bullard ISD
08.2021 - 05.2023
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Rusk State Hospital
10.2020 - 07.2021
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System
03.2020 - Current
Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances
03.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christus Trinity Mother Frances
08.2016 - 03.2018
Psychiatric Mental-Health Nurse Practitioner - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
Master of Science - Public Health Nursing
Aspen University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Tyler
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