Brittany Calder
Cypress,CA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UCI Health, excelling in critical care and patient assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in medication administration and crisis intervention, fostering a collaborative environment while mentoring new staff to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UCI Health
03.2024 - 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Relief charge nurse in a busy community ER that is a comprehensive stroke center and STEMI receiving
Registered Nurse
Los Alamitos Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Optimized resource utilization in the ER by managing supplies inventory levels and identifying opportunities to reduce waste.
Registered Nurse
Anaheim Global Medical Center
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Mentored newly hired nurses to ensure seamless integration into the team and facilitate their professional development.
- Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
Registered Nurse
New Orange Hills
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Administer IV medications
- Supervise LVN'S and CNA's
- Provide respiratory care to ventilator dependent patients
LVN
New Orange Hills
06.2014 - 08.2018
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA05-2018
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Stanbridge
Irvine, CA07-2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Critical care
- Nursing staff leadership
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Emergency response
- Emergency procedures
- Cardiac care
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NIH
- NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UCI Health
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Los Alamitos Medical Center
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Anaheim Global Medical Center
04.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
New Orange Hills
08.2018 - 08.2019
LVN
New Orange Hills
06.2014 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
No Degree - Vocational Nursing
Stanbridge
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