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RegisteredNurse

Brietta C. Blake

Carmel,IN

Summary

Experienced health care professional with over 8 years of practice in more than 8 different hospitals. Areas of nursing expertise including: Emergency Departemnt, Burn, Intermediate ICU, PACU, Medical/Renal/Oncology, Ortho/Neuro/Spine, GI/GU, PCU, Mother Baby Triage, Short Stay and Clinical Decision Unit. Dependable with a strong work ethic and reputation for consistently going beyond what is required. Self-motivated, efficient and resourceful with ability to learn fast and function calmly in high pressure and emergency situations. Strong desire to learn new skills and build on current experiences. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient 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. 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. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Patient-oriented Nurse with [Number] years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with [Area of expertise] specialty. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced [Job Title] with over [Number] years of experience in [Industry]. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Reliable employee seeking [Job Title] position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Dedicated [Industry] professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Eskenazi Hospital
06.2014 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Registered Nurse

Community Hospital Systems
06.2018 - 06.2020

Patient Care Tech

Community North Hospital
05.2013 - 04.2014
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assembled admissions pages and added new pages to patients' charts.
  • Helped patients complete activities of daily living.
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
  • Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
  • Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
  • Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
  • Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results.
  • Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
  • Provided transportation services for [Type] patients in hospital environment using appropriate equipment.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
12.2014

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

IUPUI
Indianapolis, IN
12.2007

Skills

  • Staff Supervision
  • Patient Assessments
  • Microsoft Word
  • Prenatal Care
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Patient Care
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Patient Discharging
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • ⦁ IV Starts
    ⦁ Blood Transfusions
    ⦁ Access/De-access Ports
    ⦁ PICC and Central Line Removal
    ⦁ Drug Titration
    ⦁ Preceptor to New Hires
    ⦁ Stroke Training
    ⦁ Sonosite/Ultrasound
    ⦁ Safe Practices
    ⦁ Time Mangement, Organization and Prioritization
    ⦁ Conflict Resolution
    ⦁ Cardiac monitoring
    ⦁ Problem Solving
    ⦁ Leadership
    ⦁ Patient Education
    ⦁ Exceptional Phlebotomist
    ⦁ EMR-Electronic Medical Records
    ⦁ Critical Care
    ⦁ Progressive Care
    ⦁ Emergency Care
    ⦁ Rapport With Patients and Family
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • Seizure Management
  • Acute and Rehabilitative Care
  • Medical Procedure Preparation
  • Wound Care
  • Treatment Plan Modification
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Team Coordination
  • Diagnostic Test Evaluations
  • Pain Management
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Insulin Medication Assistance
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Patient Education
  • Intakes and Discharges
  • Medication Distribution
  • Chest Pain Management
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Feeding Pumps Understanding
  • Physical Assessment
  • Disease Specialization
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Monitor Vital Signs
  • Emergency Procedures

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Community Hospital Systems
06.2018 - 06.2020

Registered Nurse

Eskenazi Hospital
06.2014 - Current

Patient Care Tech

Community North Hospital
05.2013 - 04.2014

Associate of Science - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

Bachelor of Science - General Studies

IUPUI
Brietta C. Blake