Brittany Bartrum
Martin,KY
Summary
Proactive Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient assessments, critical thinking, and medication administration. Skilled in infection control, patient education, and holistic care, promoting patient safety and satisfaction. Bringing strong clinical judgment, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, and a commitment to advancing nursing practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Student Nurse Extern
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Proactively sought out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Shadowed experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs by helping them move around the hospital or perform range-of-motion exercises as needed.
- Developed strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Gained valuable clinical experience through rotations in various hospital departments, such as emergency care, pediatrics, and surgery.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Certified Medical Assistant
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
10.2017 - 10.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Increased patient safety by meticulously following infection control protocols and maintaining a sterile environment.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN04-2025
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
American National University
Pikeville, KY12-2023
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Compassion and Empathy
- Family Education
- Professional Bedside Manner
- ADL Assistance
- Geriatric Nursing
- Patient care planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
10.2022 - 12.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
10.2017 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Walden University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
American National University
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