Brittany Fuhrmann
Cuyahoga Falls
Summary
Knowledgeable Emergency Room Nurse with solid background in emergency acute care, trauma care and patient management. Consistently provided critical care in high-pressure environments, ensuring patient stability and improved outcomes. Demonstrated proficiency in strong clinical judgement, rapid assessment and critical interventions while utilizing collaborative problem solving to deliver excellent patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Hospitals (various Facilities)
Cleveland, OH
11.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in diverse clinical settings.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment options and self-care strategies.
- Streamlined workflow processes in high-pressure environments, improving patient turnaround times and service delivery efficiency.
- Quickly adapted to individual Emergency Room needs, floating from one location to another as needed on 12 week cycles or as staffing needs dictated.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to severe, acute trauma patients in multiple locations, including Level 1 acuity Emergency Departments (CMC).
Registered Nurse, Emergency Services (PRN)
University Hospitals, Ahuja Medical Center
Beachwood, OH
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Evaluated and monitored patient responses to treatments, adjusting care as necessary.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced patient workflow efficiency in the ER.
- Conducted thorough assessments and triage of incoming patients based on severity of conditions.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Led emergency response efforts, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
Cleveland, OH
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, documenting findings accurately for continuity of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication of treatment plans.
- Provided timely interventions for critically ill patients, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
- Managed challenging situations calmly under pressure while maintaining focus on patient safety and wellbeing.
Assistant Nurse Manager, Trauma SDU
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided clinical leadership and support to nursing staff by: assisting them in clinical decision-making and prioritization while mentoring and coaching in development of clinical skills and specialty knowledge.
- Resolved conflicts among team members, promoting a collaborative work environment focused on patient-centered care.
- Facilitated and encourage a learning environment that relies on ongoing dialogue to evaluate clinical and professional practice issues and team learning.
- Engaged staff in retrospective review and analysis of critical situations and outcomes.
- Provided unit coverage when needed (charge nurse, staff relief or taking an assignment); administers nursing care, medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
- Assisted the Nurse Manager in compiling and submitting of required reports in a timely manner
Critical Care Float Nurse
University Hospitals (various Facilities)
Cleveland, OH
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed critical care patients in diverse settings, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and safety standards.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between units with detailed hand-off reports, ensuring continuity of care for critically ill patients.
- Achieved positive patient outcomes by rapidly identifying changes in clinical conditions and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Hospitals Parma Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked efficiently in high stress situations of a 42 bed emergency department while ensuring patients were treated with dignity and compassion.
- Decisively and confidently made judgments on patient conditions based on vital signs, patient presentation and initial assessment; triages to appropriate zone; activates specialized team when indicated.
- Independently maintained safe and effective care to patients with different acuity levels in a time-restricted and demanding environment.
- Served as a preceptor for paramedic students in Parma’s EMS program.
- Applied strong commitment to quality control by ensuring cohesiveness through effective communication among care staff and served as a liaison between patients and physicians.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Displayed knowledgeable clinical skills in managing acute care in trauma patients as well as overflow med-surg telemetry patients.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances and emergent situations on the step-down unit while maintaining composure under pressure and providing high-quality care.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, fostering professional growth and development while enhancing competency levels.
- Knowledgeable in working with and caring for patients with nasogastric tubes, PEG tubes, chest tubes, tracheostomy tubes, numerous drips and significant physical trauma.
- Demonstrated emotional intelligence and empathy in caring for patients with traumatic brain injuries, shock, grief, PTSD, pre-existing behavioral health or other acute mental health conditions.
- Consistently operated in the Charge Nurse role while successfully managing a high acuity full patient assignment.
Administrative Secretary
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
05.2015 - 02.2018
- Processed medical records and ensured compliance with confidentiality regulations.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients to enhance service delivery.
- Developed rapport with patients through compassionate communication and attention to their individual needs.
- Assisted physicians with accurate transcription of medical reports, ensuring timely communication with patients and other healthcare providers.
Patient Access Representative Level II
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Managed patient registration processes to ensure accurate data entry and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Coordinated insurance verification procedures, enhancing efficiency in patient check-in workflows.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling systems, reducing wait times and improving patient satisfaction scores.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information during all interactions.
Control Desk Coordinator
University Hospitals of Cleveland
Cleveland, OH
03.2012 - 08.2013
- Coordinated daily operations of Prentiss OR control desk to ensure efficient patient flow and resource allocation.
- Managed communication between departments to facilitate timely responses and problem resolution.
- Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in improved workflow and increased productivity.
- Managed day-to-day activities within the control desk area, delegating tasks appropriately among team members based on priority levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH01-2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH12-2017
High School Diploma -
Stow-Munroe Falls High School
Stow06-2006
Skills
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Trauma nursing
- Airway management
- Emergency triage
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- BLS, 2025
- ACLS, 2025
- PALS, 2025
- NIHSS, 2025
- HARP, 2025
- CPI, 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Hospitals (various Facilities)
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Services (PRN)
University Hospitals, Ahuja Medical Center
06.2022 - 11.2023
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
Aya Healthcare
01.2022 - 09.2022
Assistant Nurse Manager, Trauma SDU
University Hospitals of Cleveland
09.2021 - 01.2022
Critical Care Float Nurse
University Hospitals (various Facilities)
01.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Hospitals Parma Medical Center
11.2019 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
University Hospitals of Cleveland
02.2018 - 11.2019
Administrative Secretary
University Hospitals of Cleveland
05.2015 - 02.2018
Patient Access Representative Level II
University Hospitals of Cleveland
08.2013 - 05.2015
Control Desk Coordinator
University Hospitals of Cleveland
03.2012 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
High School Diploma -
Stow-Munroe Falls High School