Brittany Brasseaux
Metairie,LA
Summary
Registered Nurse with a thorough understanding of case management and patient advocacy. Proven ability to develop and implement individualized care plans while maintaining high standard of care. Focuses on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs, consistently demonstrating empathy and strong organizational and communication skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Case Manager
Ochsner Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
- Help improve patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintain accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conduct thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Educate patients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Provide crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
- Contribute to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Assist patients in setting achievable goals while providing ongoing encouragement and support throughout the process of reaching those objectives.
- Advocate for patients' needs and preferences, supporting informed decision-making about their treatment options.
- Train new case managers, raising team's overall competency and service delivery standards.
- Learn and adapt quickly to new technology and software applications.
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital
05.2015 - Current
- Responsible for caring for patients ranging from ages 6 to 18 years with psychiatric and behavioral disorders.
- Administer medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promote 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.
- Proper documentation on patients throughout each shift.
- Proficient in EPIC.
Nurse Care Manager
Depaul Community Health Center
04.2016 - 04.2021
- Performed wellness visits, nursing assessments, and developmental screenings for children ages 2 months to 18 years.
- Performed vision and hearing exams on children ages 4 years and older.
- Administered immunizations and medications.
- Proficient with LINKS, EHS, Eclinical Works, and Medicaid billing.
- Trained medical assistants to perform daily skills used in our pediatric and department.
- Educated parents on immunizations, developmental milestones, nutrition, health, and wellness.
- Monitored positive lab results for both pediatric and adult patients that were required to be reported to the state.
- Monitored the patient referral process.
Registered Nurse
Access Health Louisiana
08.2012 - 04.2016
- Performed well visits, nursing assessments, and developmental screenings for children ages 2 months to 18 years.
- Performed vision and hearing exams on children ages 4 years and older.
- Administered immunizations and medications.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Educated parents and patients on immunizations, developmental milestones, nutrition, health, and wellness.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
River Oaks Hospital
11.2011 - 04.2014
- I was responsible for caring for children and adolescents with psychiatric and behavioral disorders ranging from ages 5 to 18.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Chateau de Notre Dame
06.2011 - 11.2011
- 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.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
DCC Charity School of Nursing, Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA01.2010
University Of Louisiana At Lafayette -
University Of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA01.2009
High School Diploma -
Franklin Senior High School
Franklin, LA01.2005
Skills
- Documentation and records maintenance
- MS Office and data management
- Organization and time management
- Problem-solving
- Active listening and clear communication
- Patient needs assessment
- Intervention plans
Certification
- Healthcare Provider BLS, 01/2024
- Healthcare Provider PALS, 06/2023
- CPI Certification, 09/2024
- LSBN Licensure, 03/2011
References
- Jamie Millet, (504) 400-5483
- Dawn Thomas, (504) 250-9330
- Maria Mejia, (504) 645-2009
- Angie Reyes, (504) 315-9237
- Sara Pizzati, (504) 931-3271
Timeline
Outpatient Case Manager
Ochsner Medical Center
04.2021 - Current
Nurse Care Manager
Depaul Community Health Center
04.2016 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital
05.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse
Access Health Louisiana
08.2012 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse
River Oaks Hospital
11.2011 - 04.2014
Registered Nurse
Chateau de Notre Dame
06.2011 - 11.2011
University Of Louisiana At Lafayette -
University Of Louisiana At Lafayette
High School Diploma -
Franklin Senior High School
- Healthcare Provider BLS, 01/2024
- Healthcare Provider PALS, 06/2023
- CPI Certification, 09/2024
- LSBN Licensure, 03/2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
DCC Charity School of Nursing, Delgado Community College
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