Brittany Kirkland
Muncie,IN
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with strong skills in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Demonstrates expertise in nursing administration, specifically patient care management. Known for reliability and adaptability, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with extensive knowledge of medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Assistant Director
Hoosier Homecare Services
Anderson, IN
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Assurance Health System
Anderson, IN
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Document patients' medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, or outcomes
- Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, or nursing staff, to develop, implement, or evaluate treatment plans
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Home Health Registered Nurse
IU Health
Muncie, IN
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Assess patients' mental and physical status based on the presenting symptoms and complaints
- Monitor patients' medication usage and results
- Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
- Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
Licensed Psychiatric Nurse
Meridian Health Services
Muncie, IN
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Performed assessments of new and current residents to assist in development and implementation of care plans to help residents maintain highest physical and mental well-being
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Morrison Woods Health Center
Muncie, IN
04.2019 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
Muncie, IN12-2025
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Anderson, IN12.2019
LPN Technical Certificate -
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
IN08.2018
HS Diploma -
MUNCIE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Muncie, IN06.2010
Skills
- Nursing management
- Case management
- Patient assessments
- Compassionate care
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Direct patient care
- Documentation and charting
- Home health care
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Home Health Assistant Director
Hoosier Homecare Services
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Assurance Health System
08.2021 - 02.2024
Home Health Registered Nurse
IU Health
08.2020 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Morrison Woods Health Center
04.2019 - 11.2019
Licensed Psychiatric Nurse
Meridian Health Services
09.2018 - 07.2020
LPN Technical Certificate -
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE
HS Diploma -
MUNCIE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
BALL STATE UNIVERSITY
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE