Brittany Peterson
Fort Myers
Summary
Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 2 1/2 years of critical care experience and 4 1/2 years of total nursing experience, actively seeking a position within the CVICU. Skilled in effectively communicating with doctors and educating patients, possesses extensive knowledge of various cardiac critical care components and treatments, including administering post open-heart surgery care. Has a keen attention to detail and proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in fast-paced environments. Expertise in medication administration and optimizing patient care and support further enhances qualifications.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CVICU Nurse
Shorepoint Health/ Advent Health
01.2023 - Current
- Conducts patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assesses and manages various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from myocardial infarction to acute coronary syndrome
- Oversee various aspects of telemetry by monitoring and interpreting swan catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Trains and coaches new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Provides skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performs frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
PCU Charge Nurse
Shorepoint Health/ Advent Health
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
PCU Nurse
Shorepoint Health/ Advent Health
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 6-7 patients on average on 52 bed unit
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Server
Bonefish Grill
05.2019 - 06.2020
- Be knowledgeable of all food and beverage
- Exhibit genuine hospitality to guests
- Anticipate guest’s needs through strong organizational skills
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Patient Service Registration and Scheduling Manager
Great Lakes Medical Imaging
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Oversee performance of Patient Service Representatives and schedulers
- Oversee and handle various clerical duties/ incoming calls with professional demeanor
- Work with members of various radiology departments to facilitate and coordinate appointments maintaining patient satisfaction
- Ensure proper documentation, billing, and optimize maximum financial return
- Create the monthly schedule for patient service representatives and schedulers
- Complete lab draws and EKG’s
- Assist nurses and physicians upon request
- Provide competent patient care at the bedside
- Adhere to HIPPA privacy policies and procedures
Education
Master of Science - AGACNP
Herzing University
12-2027
AA - Nursing
Florida Southwestern State College
Fort Myers, Florida04.2020
Liberal Arts
Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY01.2012
Skills
- Open-Heart Trained
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Ventilator Management
- Hypothermia
- SLEDD
- Impella/ IABP Care
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Rapid assessment and Intervention
- Problem Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- HIPPAA Compliance
- Organization
- Passion
- Compassionate Care
- Team Leadership
- Sedation management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Life-sustaining machines
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Advanced life support
- Evidence-based practices
- Airway management
Certifications Licensure
- Registered Nursing, RN9537511
- BLS
- ACLS
- NIHSS
Professional Organizations
National Student Nurses Association, 2017-2020
Certification
- Licensed RN9537511
- BLS/ ACLS
- NIHSS
Daisy Award Winner Feb 2024
Received International Recognition in Feb 2024 honoring compassionate and skillful care delivery after multiple patient/family nominations
Timeline
CVICU Nurse
Shorepoint Health/ Advent Health
01.2023 - Current
PCU Charge Nurse
Shorepoint Health/ Advent Health
01.2021 - 01.2023
PCU Nurse
Shorepoint Health/ Advent Health
06.2020 - 01.2021
Server
Bonefish Grill
05.2019 - 06.2020
Patient Service Registration and Scheduling Manager
Great Lakes Medical Imaging
09.2016 - 12.2017
Liberal Arts
Monroe Community College
Master of Science - AGACNP
Herzing University
AA - Nursing
Florida Southwestern State College
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