Brittany Barnes
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate Charge Nurse at Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital, demonstrating exceptional leadership and critical thinking skills. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs. Seeking an opportunity to continue to grow in a leadership position and be a positive asset to the leadership team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through assisting and rounding on staff, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Optimized patient satisfaction through timely response to concerns and effective communication among staff members.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Administered medications safely, adhering to strict protocols and ensuring proper dosages for each individual patient.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing personalized rehabilitation plans.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the rehabilitation unit, reducing incidents significantly over time.
- Managed wound care effectively, utilizing appropriate dressings and techniques to promote healing and prevent infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for patients in rehabilitation settings.
- Advocated for patients'' needs, collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure the highest quality of care possible during their rehabilitation journey.
- Coordinated with occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other specialists to ensure seamless integration of care services for patients'' unique needs.
- Promoted effective pain management strategies among patients, incorporating both pharmacological approaches as well as alternative methods when appropriate.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Southeast Georgia Health System
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing individualized care plans for orthopedic patients.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to address concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes during their hospital stay.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, including medication administration, wound care, and rehabilitation exercises.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively while caring for high acuity orthopedic patients requiring complex medical intervention.
- Reduced complications with timely assessment and management of pain, wound healing, and mobility issues.
- Took patient vital signs, prepared and administered medications at physician direction and monitored patient symptoms and comfortability.
- Supported pain management through administration of therapeutic massage and prescribed medications.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of up to 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
Patient Care Technician
Mayo Clinic
12.2018 - 10.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL01.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL08.2020
Skills
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Decision- Making
Certification
- Registered Nursing License
- BLS
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Southeast Georgia Health System
12.2021 - 09.2022
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
10.2020 - 12.2021
Patient Care Technician
Mayo Clinic
12.2018 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Florida
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida State College At Jacksonville
- Registered Nursing License
- BLS
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