Brittany Nicholson
Liberty,SC
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 15 years in the medical field. Developed high-performance nursing teams, enhanced patient experiences, and ensured quality, safe care. Demonstrates effective communication, strong time management, and prioritization skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Assistant Director of Nursing
The Foothills Retirement Community
Easley, SC
04.2023 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff and CNAs, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Ensures quality geriatric nursing care is performed.
- Monitored infection rates and implemented antibiotic stewardship, contributing to reduced infection trends.
- Proficient in scheduling staff for a 44 bed unit.
- Delivered essential resources to all departments, enhancing operational support.
- Submitted detailed reports to DCS.
- Assisting in the admission and discharging process.
Registered Nurse Emergency room float
Prisma Health Internal Resource Pool
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Evaluated patient conditions and prioritized care based on ESI guidelines.
- Executed nursing duties independently across various settings, ensuring seamless patient care.
- Delivered high-quality nursing care, meeting established standards and protocols.
- Worked professionally and calmly under pressure in critical situations
- Tests and records blood glucose levels, collection of specimens, data, obtain vital signs and record in the electronic medical record in Epic.
- Guided patients through post-hospital care plans to facilitate smoother recovery.
Registered Nurse Assistant Director of Clinical Services
Brookdale Senior Living Center
Anderson, SC
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Monitored infection rates and coordinated antibiotic stewardship initiatives to reduce trends in infections.
- Assisted wound MD with rounding, implemented wound dressings, and managed weekly reports to enhance patient care.
- Knowledgeable in wound vac application and home infusion therapy.
- Communicated essential reports to DCS in a timely manner to support informed decision-making.
- Proficient in scheduling staff for a 44 bed unit.
- Ensures quality geriatric nursing care is performed.
- Follow behind Nurses and CNA staff as they maintain their job responsibilities.
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living Center
Anderson, SC
01.2019 - 10.2021
- Performs direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psychosocial, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
- Administered medications and provided education to residents, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Conducted wound care and comprehensive skin assessments, enhancing patient comfort and recovery.
- Responded to call lights and assisted patients with transfers and ambulation, ensuring safety and support.
- Monitored and maintained quality standards in geriatric nursing care.
- Test and record blood glucose levels, collect specimens, and obtain vital signs and records in the electronic medical record.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure healthcare environment.
Registered Nurse
Anmed Health Hospital, Emergency Department
Anderson, SC
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Planned and implemented life-saving interventions for critical patients.
- Triage and prioritizes patients by ESI system.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to analyze complex situations and determine effective solutions.
- Performed under pressure to achieve positive patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with medical team members to enhance patient care coordination.
- Communication with patients and families.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenville Health System, Supplemental Staffing Team
Greenville, SC
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with personal hygiene and ensuring physical comfort.
- Responded to call lights, assisting patients with safe transfers and ambulation.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels, collected specimens, and obtained vital signs, ensuring accurate documentation in the electronic medical record in Epic.
- Inspected patient areas for potential hazards and addressed safety concerns, promoting a secure environment for patients.
Registered Medical Assistant
Greenville Health System, MD 360 Medical Center
Powdersville Greenville, SC
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Administered medications orally and via injection in clinical settings.
- Routinely collected patient throat cultures, blood specimens, urine, flu swabs, EKGs, and vital signs.
- Assisted with patient assessment and documented patient medical history and patient complaints.
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
- Liaised between patients and physicians to enhance patient understanding of treatment plans.
- Educated patients and provided resources upon discharge to support recovery and continued care.
- Processed co-payments and out-of-pocket charges using Epic and US Bank to ensure accurate billing.
- Interviewed alongside staff and helped train new employees each year
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Anderson University
Anderson, SC05-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC12-2018
Associate of Science -
Tri-County Technical College
Pendleton, SC12-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
ECPI University
Greenville, SC01-2011
High School Diploma -
Wren High School
Piedmont, SC06-2007
Skills
- Patient care
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Geriatric care
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Healthcare Documentation
- Clinical documentation
- EMR / EHR
- Healthcare IT Systems
- Care coordination
- Interdisciplinary communication
- CPR/First Aid Certified
- Patient focused care
- Adaptable and fast learner
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Compassionate
- End-of-life care
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Certification
Basic Life Support, Infection Prevention through the CDC
Timeline
Registered Nurse Assistant Director of Nursing
The Foothills Retirement Community
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Emergency room float
Prisma Health Internal Resource Pool
06.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse Assistant Director of Clinical Services
Brookdale Senior Living Center
10.2021 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Anmed Health Hospital, Emergency Department
02.2019 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Senior Living Center
01.2019 - 10.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenville Health System, Supplemental Staffing Team
06.2018 - 01.2019
Registered Medical Assistant
Greenville Health System, MD 360 Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Anderson University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Greenville Technical College
Associate of Science -
Tri-County Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
ECPI University
High School Diploma -
Wren High School