BRITTANY C. GAITHER
Fairburn,GA
Summary
Dedicated Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner skilled in delivering comprehensive nursing care across diverse specialties, including acute care, emergency, and behavioral health. Championed patient care coordination and enhanced nursing team support through leadership roles while mentoring new graduate nurses to uphold safe practices. Recognized for clinical judgment and commitment to patient safety, effectively managing complex, high-acuity patients with adaptability.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Transplant/Telemetry Registered Nurse (PRN)
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
04.2026 - Current
- Advocated for patients' needs with other providers to ensure comprehensive care.
- Directed care for cardiac and neurological patients, monitoring and analyzing heart rhythms in acute and chronic settings.
- Administered medications and performed skin and wound care, supporting patient care activities.
- Supported the patient and family by coordinating with doctors for implementing treatment, plans, responsible for reporting and charting procedures.
- Analyzed patient assessment data to identify trends and inform care decisions.
- Educated patients and families on new medications and pre-post procedure expectations while monitoring cardiac rhythm strips during rounds.
Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
Fayetteville, GA
02.2023 - Current
- Administered intravenous medications, immunosuppressive therapies, blood products, and other treatments as prescribed.
- Administered prescribed medications and performed treatments under physician orders.
- Administered intravenous medications, immunosuppressive therapies, and blood products according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care, plan discharges, and educate patients and families.
- Improved patient outcomes through targeted case management strategies.
- Optimized healthcare resources through strategic utilization management initiatives.
- Strengthened healthcare resources through effective utilization management initiatives.
Charge Nurse, Tele/ED Float Unit (Travel)
Atlanta Medical Center
Atlanta, GA
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Advanced to charge nurse and nursing supervisor roles, managing staffing, patient assignments, and unit operations.
- Provided clinical resources and mentorship, which enhanced team skills in leadership, clinical judgment, and patient safety.
- Performed initial assessments of patients and families, identifying care requirements for improved home support.
- Performed regular evaluations to adapt to changes in patient needs and conditions.
- Updated care plans based on patient evaluations.
- Recorded changes in patient health status.
- Supervised nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care and compliance with established protocols.
Charge Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry Unit (Travel)
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Stockbridge, GA
04.2018 - 12.2020
- Utilize advanced telemetry monitoring equipment to continuously monitor cardiac patients, ensuring quick recognition of adverse changes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to design comprehensive patient care strategies, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
- Provided detailed patient education on cardiac conditions, enhancing understanding and engagement among patients and families.
- Administered managed, cardiac medications and treatments and improved patient recovery rates.
Registered Nurse, MedSurg/Telemetry Unit (Travel)
Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient compliance and safety.
- Monitored patient vital signs, proactively communicating significant changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Maintained safe environment for patients by strictly adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse-Oncology/Hematology Unit (Travel)
Grady Memorial Hospital
Atlanta, GA
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Administered chemotherapy and other oncology treatments to patients.
- Administered prescribed medications including chemotherapy agents and monitored side effects.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted physicians in performing medical procedures such as biopsies, chemotherapy administration, and radiation treatments.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and side effects.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Reviewed laboratory results for abnormalities and reported them to physicians for further investigation.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation according to protocols.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry Unit (Travel)
Mercy Hospital
Coon Rapids, MN
09.2016 - 11.2016
- Utilized bedside nursing skills, positive attitude, and active listening to enhance patient and colleague interactions.
- Provided safe and comprehensive nursing care to patient with complex, cardiac and general medical conditions, with emphasis on monitoring of cardiac.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care while managing patient care. and at the same time taking care of one patient. It is a challenge and we have a lot of admissions and discharges without having any major problem in the unit.
- Utilize social workers, discharge planners, and translators to assist in complex discharge needs.
- Provided safe, comprehensive nursing care to patients with complex cardiac and general medical conditions, emphasizing cardiac monitoring.
Registered Nurse, Renal Unit
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta, GA
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed case load consisting of both outpatient and inpatient cases requiring specialized knowledge in the field of Nephrology Nursing.
- Educated patients and families on kidney disease management and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care strategies.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records.
- Administered medications following hospital protocols and patient care plans.
Education
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 11.2023 - 05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grambling State University
Grambling, LABachelor of Arts - Psychology
Grambling State University
Grambling, LASkills
- Cardiovascular Assessment
- Telemetry monitoring
- Patient management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient instruction
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
Certifications And Licensure
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), 2026-0513
- Registered Nurse (GA), RN227443
- Registered Nurse (CA), 95039343
- Registered Nurse (MN), 2390543
- Registered Nurse (OR), 10008128
- Registered Nurse (NY), 726333
- Registered Nurse (MA), 2376568
Timeline
Transplant/Telemetry Registered Nurse (PRN)
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2026 - Current
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
11.2023 - 05.2026
Charge Nurse/Registered Nurse
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Charge Nurse, Tele/ED Float Unit (Travel)
Atlanta Medical Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
Charge Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry Unit (Travel)
Piedmont Henry Hospital
04.2018 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, MedSurg/Telemetry Unit (Travel)
Emory University Hospital Midtown
01.2018 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse-Oncology/Hematology Unit (Travel)
Grady Memorial Hospital
12.2016 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry Unit (Travel)
Mercy Hospital
09.2016 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse, Renal Unit
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Grambling State University