Brigette Nielsen
Cleburne,TX
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Lactation Consultant with a proven track record of delivering exceptional care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Expertise in assessing health needs, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and providing comprehensive patient education. Known for strong critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills, with a deep commitment to advocating for mothers and infants. Passionate about empowering mothers to make informed decisions and dedicated to promoting breastfeeding awareness through education and resources that support clients in achieving their breastfeeding goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, IBCLC
Breastfeeding Success
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration with multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans for supporting mothers with breastfeeding in inpatient settings.
- Conducted inpatient consultations, providing targeted support and guidance for families facing both routine and complex breastfeeding concerns.
RN, IBCLC
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center All Saint
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Contributed expertise to multidisciplinary team efforts in formulating personalized breastfeeding care strategies for mothers, ensuring comprehensive support across inpatient and outpatient services.
- Delivered comprehensive inpatient and outpatient consultations, providing counseling and support for families navigating routine and complex breastfeeding challenges.
RN, IBCLC
Medical City Alliance
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Partnered with diverse healthcare professionals to create tailored breastfeeding support plans for mothers, enhancing care delivery in both inpatient and outpatient environments.
- Conducted comprehensive inpatient consultations, offering tailored counseling and support for families facing various breastfeeding difficulties.
RN, IBCLC/Lactation Coordinator
Medical City Denton
01.2013 - 08.2015
- Established and directed lactation department, overseeing breast pump rental station and outpatient lactation clinic operations.
- Coordinated efforts with diverse healthcare professionals to create tailored breastfeeding support plans for mothers during inpatient and outpatient care.
- Assessed and provided tailored consultations to families facing various breastfeeding concerns, ensuring effective support and guidance.
RN, IBCLC
Las Colinas Medical Center (Medical City Las Colinas)
03.2010 - 12.2012
- Partnered with diverse healthcare professionals to create tailored care strategies aimed at assisting mothers with breastfeeding in both inpatient and outpatient environments.
- Provided inpatient consultations, counseling and support for families experiencing routine and/or complex issues associated with breastfeeding
Staff RN, IBCLC
Baylor Medical Center at Frisco
06.2007 - 08.2010
- Facilitated communication between patients and multidisciplinary professionals to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
- Led nursing team as charge nurse, overseeing patient care and staff coordination.
- Facilitated collaboration with multidisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans supporting mothers with breastfeeding.
- Provided specialized care for gynecological and postpartum patients, ensuring comprehensive support and well-being.
Staff RN
Centennial Medical Center
05.2005 - 06.2007
- Facilitated communication between patients and multidisciplinary professionals to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
- Led nursing team as charge nurse, overseeing patient care and staff coordination.
- Delivered specialized care for plastic surgery, gynecological, and postpartum patients.
Staff RN
Denton Regional Medical Center (Medical City Denton)
10.2003 - 05.2005
- Collaborated with patients and diverse healthcare professionals to design, implement, and review personalized care plans.
- Delivered comprehensive care for postpartum patients, ensuring recovery and well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX05-2003
Skills
- Breastfeeding Education and Support
- Clinical Assessment
- Postpartum and Infant Care
- Discharge Planning
- Direct Counseling- Inpatient and Outpatient
- Problem Solving
- Basic Computer skills and Medical Documentation (Epic, CPN)
- Breast Pump Selection and Training
- Versed in Pump Depot
- Strong clinical judgment
- Care plan evaluation
- Referral coordination
- Active listening and Data collection
- Time management abilities
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Professional demeanor
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Registered Nurse Board of Examiners for the State Texas, 2004-2026. license number 704214
- International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, 2007-2027. Certification number: L-12863
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, American Heart Association, 2001-2028
Timeline
RN, IBCLC
Breastfeeding Success
02.2024 - Current
RN, IBCLC
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center All Saint
06.2021 - 02.2022
RN, IBCLC
Medical City Alliance
08.2015 - 06.2021
RN, IBCLC/Lactation Coordinator
Medical City Denton
01.2013 - 08.2015
RN, IBCLC
Las Colinas Medical Center (Medical City Las Colinas)
03.2010 - 12.2012
Staff RN, IBCLC
Baylor Medical Center at Frisco
06.2007 - 08.2010
Staff RN
Centennial Medical Center
05.2005 - 06.2007
Staff RN
Denton Regional Medical Center (Medical City Denton)
10.2003 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of The Incarnate Word