Brittany Logsdon
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Skilled Registered Nurse with experience in mental health and psychiatric crisis, as well as bedside in an observation unit. Adept in medical assessment and offering culturally sensitive care. Excelled in patient education and employing de-escalation techniques for improved patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in coordinating discharge and enhancing recovery processes, ensuring high-quality, compassionate care. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills, and committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to and ensure positive patient outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Observation PCU
Banner Health
04.2024 - Current
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry (PRN)
Connections Arizona, Urgent Psychiatric Center
04.2023 - Current
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona05-2024
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Discharge coordination
- Medical assessment
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Health screening
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient education and counseling
- Culturally sensitive
- De-escalation techniques
- Therapeutic communication
- Stroke assessments
- Advanced knowledge of technology and programs
- Substance abuse treatment
Accomplishments
- Banner Baywood Observation Unit Employee of the Month - October, 2024
- Three daisy award nominations in less than a year.
- Employee of the Quarter - Hilton - Q2 2021
- Top Performer in Department - Charles Schwab, 2017
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - AZ (Compact)
- ACLS
- BLS, CPR
- NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Observation PCU
Banner Health
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Psychiatry (PRN)
Connections Arizona, Urgent Psychiatric Center
04.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arizona State University
Associate of Arts - Anthropology
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
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