BRITTANY PAYTON
Eclectic,US
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven Nurse Manager with a proven track record of delivering high quality patient care while leading and developing a strong clinical team. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights to improve clinical outcomes, optimize workflow, and enhance patient safety and satisfaction. Dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for patients, families, and staff.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Manager, Cardiovascular Stepdown
Baptist Medical Center South
Montgomery, Al
04.2024 - Current
- Oversaw nursing staff performance evaluations and professional development initiatives.
- Managed patient care protocols, ensuring compliance with medical standards and best practices.
- Implemented quality improvement projects that enhanced patient safety and satisfaction scores.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to streamline communication and optimize care delivery.
- Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, drive operational efficiencies, and improve service outcomes.
- Led recruitment efforts for nursing staff increasing core staffing from 40% to 65%.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Baptist Medical Center South
Montgomery, US
11.2022 - Current
- Exhibited proficiency in utilizing critical thinking skills while providing nursing care.
- Serve as a Charge Nurse on multiple units as needed.
- Mentor and train new employees.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care.
- Responded to critical situations based upon nursing standards and protocols.
- Adhere to Joint Commission standards.
Assistant Nurse Manager, Medical Oncology
Baptist Medical Center South
Montgomery
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Assists with unit staffing, scheduling, patient care assignments and flexing as needed; worked with patient care coordinators to ensure effective utilization of beds
- Conducted staff meetings to review changes in regulations, and standards of practice.
- Monitored quality assurance activities such as infection control audits, medication administration checks and customer satisfaction surveys.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve patient safety, quality of care and operational efficiency.
- Created monthly staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage while controlling costs associated with overtime hours.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance evaluations, disciplinary action reports and training programs.
- Coordinated with physicians and other health care professionals to develop individualized plans of care for patients.
- Assisted with interviewing and hiring nurses to maintain adequate shift coverage.
Charge Nurse, Medical Oncology
Baptist Medical Center South
Montgomery, US
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by delegating tasks efficiently among staff members in order to ensure optimal workflow.
- Assisted in making nursing staff assignments based on patient acuity and competency of staff.
- Assisted new nurses during orientation process by providing guidance on processes and protocols.
- Conduct admit/discharges on 39 bed unit and facilitate throughput.
- Complete daily audits for quality control and patient satisfaction.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center South
Montgomery
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Registered nurse working on 39 bed Medical/Oncology unit with a 6:1 ratio
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care
- Provide direct quality patient care to variety of patients with different disease processes
- Served as Relief Charge Nurse as needed
- Collaborate with medical professionals to ensure proper care from admission to discharge.
Medical Assistant
Wetumpka Urgent Care
Wetumpka
01.2012 - 12.2017
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and vital signs
- Escorted patients to examination rooms and documented medical histories
- Connected pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions
- Assist physician with patient exam while scribing.
Education
GED -
Wetumpka High School
AL01-2009
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Troy University
AL01-2005
Skills
- TJC Readiness
- Budget management
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- Patient care management
- Patient Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Policy Implementation
- Team Building and Leadership
- Facilitate Throughput
- Quality Improvement
Accomplishments
- Nursing Leadership Award nomination 2025
- Daisy Team Award 2026
- Assisted with achieving Heart Failure Accreditation
- Improvement in Hospital Quality Metrics
- Nurse's Week Co-Chair for BMCS 2025
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Certified Nurse Preceptor
- Effective treatment for Opioid Use Disorders APNA
- Basic Life Support
- Understanding Substance Use Disorders in Nursing NCSBN
Timeline
Nurse Manager, Cardiovascular Stepdown
Baptist Medical Center South
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Baptist Medical Center South
11.2022 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manager, Medical Oncology
Baptist Medical Center South
11.2020 - 08.2022
Charge Nurse, Medical Oncology
Baptist Medical Center South
01.2019 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
Baptist Medical Center South
06.2018 - 01.2020
Medical Assistant
Wetumpka Urgent Care
01.2012 - 12.2017
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Troy University
GED -
Wetumpka High School