Brittany Bradford
Spotsylvania,VA
Summary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing prepared Registered Nurse and Air Force veteran with experience committed to providing quality patient care. Nursing background includes Labor & Delivery, postpartum, Pre-op/PACU, and OR Circulator. Compassionate and dedicated worker with a proven ability to use clinical judgement while using excellent interpersonal skills. Committed to becoming an organized and dependable candidate that is interested in further education opportunities and opening doors to career advancement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Relocation
Spotsylvania, VA
03.2024 - Current
- This was a planned gap in employment to ensure availability for the family while making many life changes, to include a relocation from Pennsylvania to Virginia.
Registered Nurse
Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center
Hershey, PA
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans for approximately 30-50 patients daily.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify potential complications early, minimizing risks to patients'' health.
- Streamlined communication between surgical, anesthesia, and nursing teams to ensure seamless patient transitions.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety by participating in regular audits and incorporating feedback into daily practice.
- Provided emotional support for patients and family members during the challenging post-operative period.
- Administered medications safely and effectively according to physician orders and hospital protocols.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions, ensuring proper understanding for successful recoveries at home.
Registered Nurse
Capital Surgery and Laser Center
Harrisburg, PA
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary throughout a variety of procedures (Opthalmology and Plastic Surgery)
- 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.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while coordinating multiple responsibilities including admissions, discharges, and ongoing patient care.
- Streamlined communication between surgeons, anesthesiologists, and support staff, resulting in seamless coordination during surgeries.
- Anticipated potential needs in the operating room environment by maintaining an organized workspace and replenishing supplies as needed for efficient workflow.
- Ensured proper positioning of patients during surgeries, minimizing risk of injury or discomfort.
Labor & Delivery, Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP) Registered Nurse
The Women’s Place
Lititz, PA
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Cared for maternity patients on a 16-bed unit using fetal and maternal monitoring equipment and assist obstetrician during exams, delivery, and surgical procedures
- Administered prescribed medications or treatments and monitors patient response to further adjust treatment plan as needed
- Demonstrated active listening and empathetic care by striving to fulfill patients birth plan while also managing their pain via non-pharmacological interventions, IV pain medications and/or epidural
- Proactively monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to ensure patient safety and stabilization during immediate postpartum and PACU period
- Assists in labor inductions and worked in the operating room as circulation nurse for Cesarean deliveries and/or other surgical procedures
- Ensures infant stabilization by completing newborn vitals, assessments, and 24-hour testing (CHD screening, PKU, and TCB screening).
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force
Ft. Dix, NJ
03.2008 - 03.2014
- Supported operational planning and execution of intelligence operations (IO) and military information support operations (MISO), including liaising with other intelligence agencies and operational forces in contribution of future and daily operations
- Analyzed and evaluated information to assess developments, trends and threat implications associated with the information environment to prepare and present intelligence findings
- Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments
- Collected, reviewed and processed intelligence information for senior personnel
- Conducted and supported the analysis of information operations (IO) intelligence related to political, economic, social, cultural, physical, geographic, technical, or military issues in specific foreign countries.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Lancaster, PA05.2019
Associate of Science in Intelligence Studies -
Community College of the Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Work Availability
monday
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morning
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Relocation
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hershey Outpatient Surgery Center
03.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Capital Surgery and Laser Center
11.2020 - 02.2023
Labor & Delivery, Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP) Registered Nurse
The Women’s Place
11.2019 - 11.2020
Intelligence Analyst
United States Air Force
03.2008 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Associate of Science in Intelligence Studies -
Community College of the Air Force