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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Brittany Lawson ASN, RN

Registered Nurse
McDonough,GA

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse licensed in Georgia and Michigan, with nearly one year of acute care experience in managing high-acuity neurological and post-surgical patients. Expertise includes early recognition of clinical deterioration, neurological monitoring, seizure management, and care for patients at risk of airway compromise and aspiration. Recently completed a Nurse Residency Program, showcasing strong clinical judgment, prioritization skills, and a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care. Eager to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to a dynamic healthcare team.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse – Acute Care Neuro Unit

Piedmont Henry Hospital
Stockbridge, Georgia
05.2025 - Current
  • Provide direct care for high-acuity stroke, post-neurosurgical, and seizure patients requiring close monitoring
  • Perform frequent neurological and focused assessments to detect subtle signs of deterioration
  • Recognize and escalate condition changes to providers and rapid response teams
  • Manage patients with altered mental status, airway risk, and aspiration precautions
  • Monitor post-operative neurosurgical patients for complications
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Implement fall-prevention and safety strategies for confused or high-risk patients
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate complex care plans
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Nurse Extern

Northside Hospital Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
04.2024 - 02.2025
  • Assisted in care of cardiac and post-surgical patients
  • Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.

Patient Safety Sitter

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained continuous observation of high-risk patients to prevent injury
  • Managed stress effectively in high-pressure situations involving combative or emotionally distressed patients while remaining focused on providing quality care.
  • Supported nursing staff by assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding as needed.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Gordon State College
Barnesville, GA
12-2025

Skills

  • Neurological assessment
  • Patient stroke management
  • Post-operative neurosurgical care
  • Implementation of seizure safety measures
  • Airway risk & aspiration prevention
  • Deterioration assessment
  • Safe administration of high-risk medications
  • Safety protocol implementation
  • Patient & family education
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • IV insertion/therapy
  • Medication and IV administration
  • ADL assistance
  • Patient management

Accomplishments

  • Completed Nurse Residency Program with focused training in high-acuity neurological and post-surgical patient care
  • Recognized for early identification of neurological decline requiring rapid intervention
  • Safely managed high fall-risk and cognitively impaired patients through consistent implementation of safety protocols
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary care planning for complex stroke and post-neurosurgical patients
  • Demonstrated strong clinical prioritization while caring for multiple high-acuity patients in a fast-paced acute care setting
  • Provided patient and family education on stroke recovery and seizure precautions to support safe discharge
  • Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.

Certification

Registered Nurse – Georgia

Timeline

Registered Nurse – Acute Care Neuro Unit

Piedmont Henry Hospital
05.2025 - Current

Nurse Extern

Northside Hospital Atlanta
04.2024 - 02.2025

Patient Safety Sitter

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
07.2023 - 02.2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Gordon State College
Brittany Lawson ASN, RNRegistered Nurse