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Brittany Sauter

Iuka,IL

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Mental Health

Favorite Healthcare Agency
Centralia, IL
01.2020 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

Bryan Manor
Centralia, Illinois
08.2016 - 06.2021
  • Provided direct patient care, including assessment and evaluation of physical, mental and behavioral health.
  • Performed crisis intervention when needed to deescalate volatile situations.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes and clinical assessments utilizing Electronic Health Records.
  • Attended multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and collaborate on treatment plans.
  • Participated in continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in the field of Behavioral Health Nursing.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the facility.
  • Educated patients and families about diagnosis, treatments options and potential side effects associated with medications prescribed by physicians.
  • Counseled family members regarding issues related to mental illness.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Doctors Nursing and Rehabilitation
Salem, Illinois
07.2014 - 08.2016
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
  • Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.

CNA

Lutheran Care Center
Altamont, IL
06.2011 - 11.2014
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.

Education

Infusion & PICC Line certificate - Nursing

The Infusion Institute
Des Plaines, IL
07-2021

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL
08-2019

LPN - Nursing

Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL
12-2016

CNA - Nursing Assistant

Kaskaskia College
Centralia, IL
01-2011

Skills

  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Patient Management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Precepting
  • Medical assessment
  • Wound Care
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Infectious disease control
  • Care Planning
  • Vaccine administration
  • Emergency Response
  • Intravenous therapy
  • IV and venipuncture certified
  • Performing EKGs
  • Physical assessments
  • Collecting vitals
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Diabetes management

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Mental Health

Favorite Healthcare Agency
01.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse, Behavioral Health

Bryan Manor
08.2016 - 06.2021

Licensed Practical Nurse

Doctors Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2014 - 08.2016

CNA

Lutheran Care Center
06.2011 - 11.2014

Infusion & PICC Line certificate - Nursing

The Infusion Institute

Associate of Science - Nursing

Kaskaskia College

LPN - Nursing

Kaskaskia College

CNA - Nursing Assistant

Kaskaskia College

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