Brittany Rogers
Abingdon,IL
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
OSF Saint Mary Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Reduced medication errors by establishing stringent medication administration procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of need.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
Registered Nurse, OB/GYN Clinic
OSF HealthCare
08.2016 - 11.2020
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by addressing their concerns thoroughly and providing prompt assistance when needed.
District School Nurse
Abingdon-Avon CUSD #276
08.2011 - 08.2016
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Maintained upkeep on defibrillators, blood pressure monitors and first aid kits to keep resources in working condition for emergencies.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Assessed students'' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents at school events or activities outside of normal hours when necessary.
- Performed health screening for students and faculty by conducting hearing and vision evaluations.
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
Registered Nurse- OB/GYN Clinic
Knox OB/GYN Limited
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by addressing their concerns thoroughly and providing prompt assistance when needed.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Scheduled surgeries
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Versailles, KY12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL06.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL05.2008
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Calm and Composed
- Clinical Leadership
- Nursing Care Coordination
- Patient Management
- Critical Thinking
- Duty delegation
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Procedure Assistance
- Delegation and Motivation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Documentation
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Charge Nurse
OSF Saint Mary Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, OB/GYN Clinic
OSF HealthCare
08.2016 - 11.2020
District School Nurse
Abingdon-Avon CUSD #276
08.2011 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse- OB/GYN Clinic
Knox OB/GYN Limited
08.2008 - 08.2011
Master of Science - Nursing Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carl Sandburg College
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