BRITTANY CLACK
Albany
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional with extensive experience in major hospitals, specializing in obstetrics and critical care. Versatile across various nursing disciplines, ensuring comprehensive patient support. Engages effectively with patients, combining empathy and professionalism to enhance care delivery.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Salem Health - Hospital
Salem
11.2022 - Current
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs continuously throughout labor.
- Collaborated with obstetricians and midwives to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Evaluated interventions during labor and delivery to ensure patient-centered care and optimize outcomes.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, including identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Assessed postpartum patients for hemorrhage and administered medication.
- Educated families on labor progression and postpartum recovery methods to enhance understanding and promote engagement in care.
- Supported new parents with breastfeeding techniques and infant care guidance.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Ensured compliance with established policies related to labor and delivery services.
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Corvallis
06.2020 - 11.2022
- Delivered patient-centered care in critical care unit environments.
- Monitored vital signs and administered prescribed medications.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, implementing critical interventions.
- Managed complex patient cases with meticulous attention to detail.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for thorough patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management, enhancing understanding and adherence.
- Utilized advanced medical technologies for monitoring and treatment procedures.
- Trained new nursing staff on unit protocols and procedures effectively.
Continuous Improvement Specialist
Salem Health - Hospital
Salem
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Oversaw peer review data to assist in improving patient care and hospital function.
- Organized and led specialty peer review committee meetings, fostering collaboration and consensus.
- Established benchmarks for Magnet Certification
- Compiled data reports for peer review department operations.
- Oversaw management of MS Excel and Access databases for data tracking.
- Participated and coached teams through Physician Leadership Institute
- Developed leadership and public speaking skills through training sessions.
Certified Nursing Assistant II
Salem Health
Salem
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Delivered acute care and assistance to patients within hospital environments.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare teams.
- Executed personal care tasks according to established care plans.
- Managed duties independently in fast-paced, high-stress situations, maintaining quality of care and patient support.
Education
BS - NURSING
BELLARMINE UNIVERSITY
LOUISVILLE, KY01-2020
BS - EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
CORVALLIS, OR01-2013
Skills
- Direct nursing care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring
- Emergency response
- Care plan development
- Patient education
- Discharge coordination
- Patient advocacy
- Quality improvement strategies
- Critical thinking skills
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Team collaboration
- Autonomous decision-making
- SBAR communication techniques
- Electronic health records management
- Life-sustaining equipment operation
- Medical assessment and vaccine administration
- Data management
- Software proficiency in Excel and Access
Training
Physician Leadership Institute, Participant & Coach
SAVE Training (Staff Against Violence Everywhere)
Certification
BLS
Clinical Experience
- Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, Triage, Operating Room, PACU, and Antepartum
- Intensive/Progressive Care Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Clinical Experience at Bellarmine
- Fundamentals Baptist Health Cardiovascular Recovery Unit
- Med/Surg I/II Norton Women and Children: Medical Surgical Unit
- Norton Audubon TCU
- Pediatrics Norton Children's Hospital
- Mental Health Our Lady of Peace Hospital Adult and Adolescent Psych Units and Adult Addiction Unit
- OB/GYN Leadership Health L&D, Newborn Nursery, Delivery Team and Postpartum
- Critical Care University of Louisville Hospital Medical ICU and Surgical ICU
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Honoree 2024
License
Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Salem Health - Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
06.2020 - 11.2022
Continuous Improvement Specialist
Salem Health - Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant II
Salem Health
01.2012 - 01.2015
BS - NURSING
BELLARMINE UNIVERSITY
BS - EXERCISE & SPORT SCIENCE
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY