Brittany Lopez
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Corecivic
Dilley, TX
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs and ensured adherence to safety standards consistently.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Trained new nursing staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with the nursing team to manage the medical department working to serve a 1000-2000 residential population with sick call, pill line pass, new health intake, and manage chronic care residents.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Frio Regional Hospital
Pearsall, TX
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient safety and care outcomes.
- Responded swiftly to critical situations, demonstrating strong decision-making skills in high-pressure environments.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX05.2021
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Corecivic
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Frio Regional Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
08.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Incarnate Word