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Brittany Nichols

Dallas,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented Registered Nurse with expertise in medical-surgical care and medical detoxification, committed to delivering high-quality patient care. Proven track record of improving patient outcomes through effective assessment and intervention strategies. Core competencies include critical thinking, collaborative teamwork, and compassionate support for patients and families. Aiming to leverage skills in a dynamic healthcare environment that prioritizes patient safety and well-being.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

The Haven Texas
10.2023 - Current
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety during detoxification process.
  • Assessed patients for risk of withdrawal symptoms and provided appropriate interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through observation of clinical indicators such as pain level, breathing rate or laboratory values.
  • Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
  • Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

Registered Nurse

Navarro Regional Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2022
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology

Baylor University
Waco, TX
05-2023

Associate of Science - Nursing

Navarro College
Waxahachie, TX
05-2020

Skills

  • Patient care and monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Wound care
  • IV insertion
  • Interpreting lab results
  • Patient advocacy
  • Critical thinking
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • EPIC EMR system

Certification

  • BLS - expires June 2025

Affiliations

  • Camp TLC at Camp John Marc - June 2020, June 2021, June 2022
  • Volunteer camp counselor for kids with spina bifida.
  • Heart of a Champion - August 2023
  • Assisting special needs children in showing livestock animals.
  • Provided a safe and fun environment for kids and their families.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

The Haven Texas
10.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Navarro Regional Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Navarro College

Bachelor of Science - Cellular And Molecular Biology

Baylor University

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