BriAnne Riffe
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular/ Radiology
Ascension St. John Hospital
05.2020 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Memorial Surgery Center
11.2014 - Current
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Ensured that each post-operative patient received high level of individualized care
- Participates in surgery center-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety
- Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain
Registered Nurse, PACU- Charge Nurse
Saint Francis South
03.2004 - 03.2009
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Managed nurses and nursing activities in hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices
- Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements
- Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients
Registered Nurse, PACU
St. John Medical Center
09.2001 - 02.2004
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system
- Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort
- Cared for patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Langston University
Tulsa, OK11 2001
Skills
- BLS, ACLS certified
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intravenous therapy
- Preventative health
- Medical evaluation
- Physical assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient discharge
- Medication administration
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular/ Radiology
Ascension St. John Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
Memorial Surgery Center
11.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU- Charge Nurse
Saint Francis South
03.2004 - 03.2009
Registered Nurse, PACU
St. John Medical Center
09.2001 - 02.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Langston University
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