Briana Slocum
Xenia,OH
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita
Dayton, OH
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to medical staff.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to changes in health status promptly.
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients in a compassionate and efficient manner.
- Operated dialysis machines, ensuring proper function and safety protocols were followed.
- Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
- Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
- Performed daily machine maintenance, including water testing and filter replacement.
Registered Nurse
Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio
Dayton , OH
06.2024 - 03.2025
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create patient care plans.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to medical staff.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging recovery stages.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and organizational policies.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kettering Health Netwok
Dayton, OH
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center
Panama City, FL
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Doctors Memorial
Bonifay, FL
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Assistant Nurse Administrator
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort
Panama City, FL
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Answering incoming calls; taking messages and re-directing calls as required
- Dealing with email enquiries
- Taking minutes
- Development of Care plans
- Provide routine care, observe patient's health
- Communicate with MD and patient
- Oversaw explanation of personnel policies and job descriptions as part of nursing employee orientation process.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FLAssociate of Science - Nursing
Gulf Coast State College
Panama City, FL05.2021
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tom P Haney Technical Center
Panama City, FL04.2018
High School Diploma -
Colerain High School
Cincinnati, OH05.2008
Skills
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Samples collection
- Caring for wounds
- Tracking symptoms
- Educating families
- Counting narcotics
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Documenting incidents
- Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- ACLS Certificate
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio
06.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Kettering Health Netwok
06.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
HCA Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Doctors Memorial
02.2022 - 09.2022
Assistant Nurse Administrator
Chemical Addictions Recovery Effort
06.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Gulf Coast State College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gulf Coast State College
Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tom P Haney Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Colerain High School